Full-Time

Tool and Die Technician

Nidec

Nidec

1,001-5,000 employees

Manufactures precision motors and related components

No salary listed

Jackson, TN, USA

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Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED (required)
  • Minimum 3–5 years hands-on experience as a machinist
  • Apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty may be required
  • Read micrometer, verniers, indicators, and have a working knowledge of trigonometry
  • Understand simple and complex drawings and interpret geometric tolerances
  • Experience with manual and Computer Numerical Control lathes, mills, grinders, MIG and TIG welding
  • Proficient in Imperial and Metric measurements
  • Ability to work from engineering sketches and/or examples to fabricate tooling and fixturing
Responsibilities
  • Produces new tooling to print specifications as well as repair existing tooling
  • Services and repairs notching, single hit and progressive dies
  • Services tooling throughout plant
  • Exercise good housekeeping in work area
  • Observe good safety practices
  • Performs other job duties as assigned by Supervisor or Team Leader
Desired Qualifications
  • Trade/Technical School preferred

Nidec Precision makes and sells precision motors and related components for a global customer base, including automotive motors and ADAS modules, optical components and camera shutters (Optomechatronics), high-precision parts for mobile devices, system devices for industrial robots, and factory-automation solutions like robots and AGVs. It designs, manufactures, and assembles high-accuracy motors, optical modules, and system devices in-house to deliver compact, power-efficient parts and integrated modules. It differentiates itself with leadership in camera shutters and a broad, integrated product lineup under the Nidec umbrella, enabling end-to-end supply and customized modules for high-precision applications. Its goal is to provide high-value-added, precise components and integrated systems to global customers, strengthening its position in automotive, consumer electronics, and industrial automation markets.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Tokyo, Japan

Founded

1973

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What believers are saying

  • Medical device OEMs are adopting Nidec’s miniaturized motors for surgical robots and diagnostics, opening a high-margin growth vector beyond consumer electronics.
  • ADAS upgrades to Level 3+ autonomy drive demand for Nidec’s optical modules and motor systems, reinforcing its position in automotive safety.
  • Factory automation demand in Southeast Asia and India favors Nidec’s AGVs and industrial robots as manufacturers diversify supply chains away from China.

What critics are saying

  • Smartphone-driven software OIS and digital stabilization erode demand for Nidec’s camera shutters and optical components, undermining a historic core business.
  • Data center migration to SSDs collapses HDD spindle motor sales, hitting a major revenue pillar in Nidec’s small precision motor segment.
  • Chinese competitors undercut Nidec’s FA and automotive motor businesses with cheaper precision gear reducers and steering motors, pressuring margins and market share.

What makes Nidec unique

  • Nidec Precision integrates camera-shutter heritage with optomechatronics to deliver compact, high-precision motors and modules unmatched in automotive ADAS and mobile devices.
  • Its vertically integrated model spans die design, precision parts, and full FA solutions, enabling rapid customization for automotive, medical, and industrial customers.
  • As part of the Nidec Group, it leverages global scale in small precision motors while focusing on high-value-added modules rather than commodity components.

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Benefits

PTO (Paid time off)

10 Paid Holidays

401(k) and company match

Medical, dental, and vision plans with options

Flexible Spending Account

Company News

Sankei Shimbun
Mar 27th, 2026
Nidec, facing accounting misconduct allegations, excludes President Kishida from nomination committee for director candidates to ensure fairness. 2026/3/27 11:00.

Nidec, facing accounting misconduct allegations, excludes President Kishida from nomination committee for director candidates to ensure fairness. 2026/3/27 11:00. Motor giant Nidec announced on the 27th that it removed President and CEO Mitsuya Kishida from the nomination committee for selecting director candidates as of the 26th. This appears to be part of measures in response to an accounting misconduct issue. Ahead of the regular shareholders' meeting, the company restructured the nomination committee to consist solely of four outside directors, aiming to ensure fairness and objectivity in candidate nominations. The policy for appointing directors and criteria for appointment/dismissal will also be revised effective April 1, emphasizing high ethical standards, compliance awareness, neutral judgment, along with expertise in corporate management and accounting. An investigation report by a third-party committee on the accounting misconduct, disclosed on the 3rd, highlighted dysfunction within the board of directors. The report pointed out issues such as the prolonged lack of sharing with the board about a project addressing the 'negative legacy' arising from the accounting misconduct. It also noted that concerns about strong performance pressure from headquarters executives as a root cause were not sufficiently communicated to outside directors, making the rebuilding of oversight functions a challenge.

Binance
Mar 11th, 2026
Oasis Management becomes major Nidec shareholder amid accounting scandal

Oasis Management Company has acquired a major stake in Nidec Corporation, becoming one of the largest shareholders in the Japanese electric motor manufacturer currently embroiled in an accounting scandal. The activist investment firm's involvement could signal potential changes in Nidec's governance or operational strategies. Nidec has been under scrutiny following revelations of accounting irregularities, which have impacted its financial standing and caused stock price fluctuations. The company is working to address the issues and restore investor confidence. Oasis's investment comes at a critical juncture as Nidec navigates the scandal's challenges and seeks to stabilise operations. The move may prompt other investors to reassess their positions in the company.

Surperformance
Mar 11th, 2026
Oasis Management takes 6.74% stake in Nidec Corp, regulatory filing shows

March 11 - Oasis Management takes 6.74% stake in Nidec Corp, regulatory filing shows ...

Business Wire
Mar 3rd, 2026
Nidec Announces the Disclosure of the Third-Party Committee's Investigation Report and Our Company's Response

Nidec announces the Disclosure of the Third-Party Committee's Investigation Report and Our Company's response. KYOTO, Japan-(BUSINESS WIRE)-As announced in our "Notice Regarding Receipt of the Third-Party Committee's Investigation Report" dated February 27, 2026, we received the Third-Party Committee's Investigation Report on February 27, 2026. Today, having completed our review of the necessary partial non-disclosure procedures to protect the trade secrets of Nidec Group and our business partners as well as personal privacy and other confidential information, we hereby disclose the Third-Party Committee's Investigation Report (summary) as attached. In addition, as announced in our "Important Notice Regarding Annual Securities Reports, etc." dated September 26, 2025, and in parallel with the investigation conducted by the Third-Party Committee, we have been conducting investigations involving external experts as part of our internal investigation into trade transaction issues and customs issues relating to NIDEC FIR INTERNATIONAL S.R.L. ("FIR") and other matters. We hereby provide an update on the status of these internal investigations. Based on the findings of the Third-Party Committee's investigation and our internal investigations, the Board of Directors and the Audit and Supervisory Committee, at their respective meetings held today, reported on and approved matters relating to the clarification of managerial responsibility, the future management structure, and the intended establishment of a Responsibility Investigation Committee, as set forth below. The Third-Party Committee's investigation is ongoing, and we will continue to cooperate fully with it. We will promptly disclose the final investigation report from the Third-Party Committee upon receipt. Contacts. Teruaki Urago General Manager Investor Relations +81-75-935-6140 [email protected] More News From Nidec Corporation KYOTO, Japan-( BUSINESS WIRE )-Nidec Corporation (TOKYO: 6594; OTC US: NJDCY) (the "Company") hereby announces that, at the meeting of the Board of Directors held on March 3, 2026, the Board resolved not to pay a dividend from surplus (year-end dividend) with a record date of March 31, 2026. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and concern this may cause to our shareholders, investors and other stakeholders. (1) Details of Dividend Amount Resolved Latest Dividend Forecast (Announced o... KYOTO, Japan-( BUSINESS WIRE )-Nidec Corporation (TOKYO: 6594; OTC US: NJDCY) ("Nidec," the "Company," or "we") today announced the launch of the Culture Transformation Lab (the "Lab"), a new organization dedicated to the Company's fundamental cultural transformation, effective February 01, 2026. 1. Background and Our Vision for Transformation Within the Nidec Corporate Reform Committee, which was established to formulate and execute improvement measures at an early stage to prevent recurrence,... KYOTO, Japan-( BUSINESS WIRE )-Nidec Corporation (TOKYO: 6594; OTC US: NJDCY) (the "Company") hereby announces that the scheduled disclosure date of the financial results for the third quarter of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, will exceed 45 days after the quarter-end, as detailed below. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and concern caused to our shareholders, investors, and other stakeholders. 1. Reason for the Delay in the Disclosure of the Financial Results As announced in... Nidec Corporation. TOKYO:6594 Release Versions Teruaki Urago General Manager Investor Relations +81-75-935-6140 [email protected]

PHCPPros
Jan 28th, 2026
Nidec Promotes Tim Schamel to President

Nidec promotes Tim Schamel to president. Nidec, a manufacturer of compressors and electric motors and drives used in numerous industries, has announced the promotion of Tim Schamel to president of Nidec Commercial & Industrial. The company has also named Tim Albers as chief technology officer. The moves come as part of Nidec's organizational strengthening strategy and with the goal of ensuring greater alignment across all areas of Nidec's Appliance, Commercial and Industrial Motors (ACIM) business unit. ACIM is one of Nidec's largest business units in terms of sales, with approximately 18,000 employees and more than 30 manufacturing sites in 25 countries. ACIM offers a product portfolio that includes compressors, condensing units, and motors for home and commercial appliances, as well as motors and electronic drives for commercial, residential, industrial, and utilities applications. Tim Schamel previously served as president of Nidec/U.S. MOTORS. He joined the company in 2016 as vice president and general manager of HVAC/R and Appliance Motors. His long career in the industry includes roles at Parker Sporlan and Emerson. "This appointment marks a key milestone in consolidating our structure and reaffirms our commitment to efficiency, integration, and sustainable operational development," said Katia Drusian, ACIM CEO and president. Tim Albers, as chief technology officer for Nidec Commercial & Industrial, brings a wealth of engineering and industry experience to his new role. He previously served as senior director of product management for 15 years, and prior to that worked for Emerson in marketing and project management.