Japanese-English Translator

The Japanese-English Translator/Interpreter serves as a critical communication bridge between Japanese-speaking and English-speaking team members within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.

This role provides accurate interpretation and translation support for production operations, meetings, training, human resources activities, and business communications to ensure effective collaboration and operational excellence.

Provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretation between Japanese and English during Production meetings  Daily operational discussions Training sessions Safety meetings Human Resources interactions Management communications Translate written materials from Japanese to English and English to Japanese, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Work instructions Safety documents Training materials HR communications Internal correspondence Presentations and reports Support production, engineering, quality, and HR departments with language assistance Participate in shop-floor activities to ensure accurate communication regarding production issues, quality concerns, safety requirements, and process improvements.  Assist Japanese management personnel with employee communications and workplace initiatives. Maintain translation accuracy and confidentiality of sensitive business information Coordinate interpretation schedules and support departmental priorities Prepare and review translated documents for consistency and quality

Required Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in both Japanese and English (spoken and written).
• Bachelor's degree in Translation, Languages, Communications, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of professional translation/interpreting experience.
• Strong understanding of Japanese and American business cultures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Previous experience in automotive manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Familiarity with manufacturing terminology, lean manufacturing concepts, and production processes.
• Experience supporting Japanese expatriate staff.
• Knowledge of HR, safety, quality, and production-related documentation.

Preferred Qualifications