Location(s): Decherd, TN
Job Schedule: Full-time, 100% onsite
Education Requirement: HS Diploma or GED
Sponsorship: No

With a focus on Mobility, Operational Excellence, Value to our Customers, and the Electrification of vehicles, you can expect to be part of something exciting. From the sleek design of our vehicles to the unique opportunities we offer around the globe, Nissan exemplifies ingenuity in everything we do. Our people are what drive the business forward.

We are currently looking for candidates for the Tool & Die Maintenance Advanced Work-Study Program to join our team in Decherd, TN.  As a Nissan Tool & Die Maintenance Technician, you will have the responsibility for maintaining automotive sheet metal stamping dies, including all “A” class outer panels. Additional responsibilities include maintaining large cast iron dies by welding, machining, hand air grinding, and other shop processes.

A Day in the Life:   
•    Perform die maintenance on forging/casting dies, including assembly, CNC machining, TIG welding, hand grinding / polishing, and testing
•    Repair and maintain production tools and dies by utilizing machine tools, welding, and die grinders (Hand Grinding)
•    Verify conformance of machined or repaired dies to specifications by checking dimensions, clearances, and alignments
•    Modify dies to conform to engineering changes; conduct tryouts of new dies
•    Troubleshoot problems during production; Work to blueprints, sketches, written and verbal instructions
•    Must be able to work in various temperature environments
 
Who We’re Looking for:
Required:
•  Current Decherd Nissan or Yates employee in good standing; no current corrective action, written or above.
• Eligible to earn a mobile power equipment license, including a forklift and crane.

Resumes are required to be considered for this position
 
What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:
Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.
                                                                              
Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team.  When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable.  Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard.  We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.