Setup and Operate A- 3rd Shift

Nidec Drives; Lexington, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Drives in Lexington, TN is seeking a Setup and Operate A- 3rd Shift production operator. You will read blueprints, adjust machine settings, and operate a production machine following established procedures.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and may complete an apprenticeship or formal training; 0–2 years of related experience is typical. Reports to a supervisor and works under guidance with limited independent judgment.

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets blueprints and diagrams to select, position and secure machinery.
• Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications.
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a field.
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates a production machine following established procedures.
• Interprets blueprints/diagrams to position equipment correctly.
• Maintains machine settings and monitors output to meet specifications.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machine operation

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship or formal training

Job description

Setup and Operate A- 3rd Shift page is loaded## Setup and Operate A- 3rd Shiftlocations: North America/USA/Tennessee/Lexington, TNtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 6, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R0015580We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.**Job Summary**Sets up and operates a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Reads and interprets blueprints and diagrams to select, position and secure machinery. Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications, and in a timely fashion. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty with 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager.**Job Description****Additional Job Details****Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec** Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc\_self\_print\_poster.pdf**Work Shift Schedule**First Shift (United States of America)**No Soliciting**Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.