Maintenance Technician

Manufacturing Equipment Technician

The following job function statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The job function statements reflect expectations of the fully trained, proficient incumbent who meets all performance criteria.

The successful candidate will provide support to the vehicle manufacturing operation by maintaining, repairing, and improving the equipment used to produce high quality vehicles in our Canton manufacturing facility. This position will work collaboratively with the manufacturing technicians and operational leadership to drive continuous improvement and efficiency.

Responsibilities Include:

• Understand and follow all safety procedures (lockout, fall protection, hot work, NFPE 70e, etc.)
• Corrective, preventative, proactive, and predictive maintenance
• Electrical, mechanical, pneumatic troubleshooting and repair
• Identify and analyze root cause of equipment malfunctions and failures
• Implementation of electrical and mechanical design changes
• Execute assigned work orders and documentation while adhering to a "quality of craftsmanship" mindset

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two years of industrial maintenance experience and/or a two-year technical degree/certification required.
• Demonstrate problem solving and analytical skills
• Must possess the knowledge and ability to demonstrate one of the following:
• Interpretation and troubleshooting of electrical and motor controls circuits (24vdc, 120vac, 480vac).
• PLC troubleshooting and basic programming
• Robot path and logic programming, troubleshooting and repair
• Metal fabrication, mechanical assembly and building skills (layout, cutting, welding, finishing, etc.)
• Basic machine shop skills (use of micrometers, indicators, hand work (grinding/polishing/spotting), machine tool operation (lathe/mill), etc.)
• Advanced mechanical knowledge of conveyors, rollers, fabrication, and welding

Candidates must be open to working any shift, including weekend shift and overtime as required.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen for roles based in the United States and background screening for all positions.

All of us at Nissan – regardless of functional area or expertise – share a passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance vehicles. 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. Visa sponsorship for this position is not available at this time.

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.

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

Canton Mississippi United States of America