Nissan has deployed AI-powered cameras at its Canton, Mississippi factory to analyze how employees move during assembly tasks.
The system identifies risky body positions and compares movements to an ideal standard.
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According to Business Insider, the cameras can recognize joints and body angles, flagging when a worker bends too far, holds an awkward posture too long, or performs a task differently from the preferred sequence.
Nissan calls its ideal method for each job the “golden cycle,” which covers the order of component fitting, operation duration, and worker movement.
When the AI spots a potential issue, managers and engineers can investigate.
This may lead to coaching employees on safer techniques, reassigning tasks, or modifying workstations. The goal is to improve both safety and efficiency, not just to criticize workers.
Helping Workers, Not Replacing Them
Nissan insists this technology is not about job elimination. Manufacturing executive Victor Taylor told Business Insider, “We’re not talking about job elimination.”
Instead, the company uses AI to enhance training, eliminate inefficient practices, and reduce injuries.
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Ergonomics was not the original focus.
Process engineer Chi Amaechi said the system was initially explored for training and efficiency before its potential for identifying harmful movements was discovered.
Nissan reports the technology has contributed to about $34 million in safety and health-related savings at Canton.
The plant’s future now centers on trucks and electrified SUVs after Nissan scrapped its EV plans.
The system is especially valuable as experienced employees retire, preserving their knowledge.
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Currently, Canton is the only Nissan plant using the AI system, with plans to expand to Smyrna, Tennessee, and possibly powertrain operations.
