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Production Technician- Night Shift (Direct Hire)

Nissan Motor Corporation
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 5 Aug 2025

About the role

Location(s): Nissan Assembly Plant - Smyrna, TN
Job Schedule: (Full-time, Onsite, Night Shift)
Degree Level: (Optional)
Sponsorship: No 

Shape the Future of Mobility at Nissan: Launch Your Career, Drive Innovation

We are currently looking for a Smyrna Production Technician to join our team in Smyrna.

A Day in the Life:  

  • Arrive on-time, prepared to perform assigned work on a regular basis
  • Assemble automobiles and automotive parts operating a wide variety of air and/or battery power tools, hand tools, computerized or mechanical equipment
  • Work while walking, standing, reaching, bending, crouching, or kneeling for set periods of time
  • Follow directions to work in a collaborative manner within designated timeframes
  • Perform safety checks, quality inspections, proactively detect or respond to all safety instructions and alarms
  • Work in busy environment with various sounds, noises and motor-powered equipment within your work area
  • Operate finished production vehicles for testing (in some cases, not all)

Who We're Looking for:

Required:

  • Must be at least 18 years old and able to lift up to 25 -50 lbs.
  • Available to work night shift & overtime
  • Wear required safety or protective equipment which may include ear plugs, gloves, safety shoes, goggles, glasses, bump cap or other designated items at the workstation
  • English language proficiency required
  • Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident

Desired:

  • Provide verifiable work history (manufacturing or assembly skills experience a plus)
  • Wear required dress code which may include shirt, pants and/or shoes, depending on role (uniforms optional)

What You’ll Look Forward to as a Smyrna Production Technician 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: In addition to competitive pay and internal promotional opportunities, you will be eligible for a quarterly performance bonus and demo vehicle. Nissan also supports your well-being 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

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