Direct Materials Associate-Specialist - OCU - Non-Technical - 1st Shift
Cummins Inc. • Columbus, IN • Posted June 15, 2026
About the Role
**Job Summary:**
Under general supervision, determines the quantity and order date for materials needed to meet the master production schedule or independent customer demand. Expedites purchase or production orders as appropriate.
Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE)
Reports any work-related injury, illness, incident or hazard.
Complies with HSE standards, policies, procedures & regulations.
Engages in HSE training.
Quality
Follows applicable standard work, process documentation, and quality procedures.
Performs quality checks on material planning master data (lead time, order quantities, etc.) taking action to support Plan for Every Part (PFEP).
Works with Quality to disposition non-conforming material in a timely manner.
Delivery
Initiates purchase and work orders to support the demand plan.
Participates on allocation calls with Sourcing Manager, supplier, and other Cummins entities to understand nature and impact of constraints.
Works wit...
Under general supervision, determines the quantity and order date for materials needed to meet the master production schedule or independent customer demand. Expedites purchase or production orders as appropriate.
Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE)
Reports any work-related injury, illness, incident or hazard.
Complies with HSE standards, policies, procedures & regulations.
Engages in HSE training.
Quality
Follows applicable standard work, process documentation, and quality procedures.
Performs quality checks on material planning master data (lead time, order quantities, etc.) taking action to support Plan for Every Part (PFEP).
Works with Quality to disposition non-conforming material in a timely manner.
Delivery
Initiates purchase and work orders to support the demand plan.
Participates on allocation calls with Sourcing Manager, supplier, and other Cummins entities to understand nature and impact of constraints.
Works wit...