Location(s): Smyrna, TN
Job Schedule: Full-time
Education Requirement: Bachelor's
Sponsorship: No
Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Specialist 2 HR to join our team in Smyrna, TN.
The HR Specialist serves as a trusted partner within the manufacturing environment, supporting employees and leaders in building a positive, productive workplace. This role focuses on fostering strong relationships, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies, and guiding managers through employee relations matters. Acting as a bridge between frontline teams and leadership, the specialist provides coaching, conflict resolution, and proactive engagement strategies to strengthen collaboration, drive performance, and maintain compliance. With a hands-on presence on the shop floor, they champion employee well-being, promote open communication, and partner with leaders to create a culture of respect, safety, and accountability.
A Day in the Life:
Administers and executes HR programs across compensation, benefits, leave management, employee relations, investigations, performance and talent management, recognition, morale, training and development.
Partners with employees and managers by providing coaching, guidance, and practical solutions that foster engagement, accountability, and professional growth.
Leads onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure a seamless employee experience, reinforcing company culture and compliance requirements.
Manages complex and sensitive inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors with discretion, empathy, and sound judgment.
Supports employee relations activities including corrective action meetings, terminations, and investigations, ensuring fairness and consistency.
Identifies emerging workforce trends through employee engagement insights and recommends proactive solutions to strengthen culture and retention.
Drives process improvement and project initiatives that enhance HR service delivery and operational efficiency.
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and best practices; regularly reviews and updates policies to maintain alignment.
Maintains expertise in HR trends and technologies, staying current on regulatory changes, talent management practices, and employment law developments.
Analyzes workforce data and metrics to identify patterns in recruitment, hiring, motivation, turnover, and compliance, translating insights into actionable strategies.
Establishes and tracks performance goals and benchmarks, aligning HR initiatives with organizational objectives.
Recommends culture-enhancing policies and practices to attract, motivate, and retain talent while ensuring legal compliance and operational effectiveness.
Contributes as a collaborative partner by building trust, promoting open communication, and reinforcing a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace.
Performs additional duties as assigned to support organizational priorities and employee success.
Who We're Looking for:
Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex policies into clear, actionable guidance for diverse audiences.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and conflict resolution abilities; proven success in coaching employees and leaders.
Organization & Detail Orientation: Demonstrated excellence in organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Time Management: Proven ability to meet deadlines and balance competing demands with efficiency and accuracy.
Analytical & Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and recommend practical solutions.
Leadership & Integrity: Ability to act with professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality while modeling integrity and accountability.
Regulatory Knowledge: Solid understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; ability to apply compliance standards to real-world situations.
Schedule Flexibility: Flexibility to work non-standard or off-shift hours as needed to support business operations.
Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, with a strong background in employee relations. Prior experience in manufacturing, distribution, or other industrial environments highly preferred
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required. Advanced degree or HR certification (PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP) preferred
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (functions, formulas, pivot tables, charts, and graphs).
Experience with HRIS preferably Workday, payroll, and talent management systems; ability to quickly learn new technologies and leverage them for process improvement.
Familiarity with data privacy regulations and best practices
Travel Required?
O-3 times per year as needed.
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.
Built for Your Best:
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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.
Smyrna Tennessee United States of America