| Location | Greensboro, NC |
The Chinese Translation Manager ensures high Chinese/English translation standards, tone of voice, company-centric terminology and house style guide standards across printed and digital media.
Leads a small translation team and work with key corporate team members in the companys global market countries, to translate and manage the production of our key flagship printed and digital publications, marketing, business and sales pieces, as well as product labels, packaging and websites.
Works closely with internal teams to ensure consistency and integration of content and style across our printed and digital communications.
This is an on-site position in Greensboro, NC.
Responsibilities:
Translate, edit and proofread all business/legal, sales, training, scientific, marketing and advertising materials as needed for growing international markets including e-communications, PowerPoint presentations and traditional paper documents
Audit the companys web sites an manage large volume content translation as needed
Commission and oversee the work of other translation team members, freelance contributors and contractors as necessary
Manage work orders and deadlines for team and self to effectively meet project requirements
Track and prioritize all incoming and outgoing projects to ensure all projects are properly approved and delivered
Develop and promote corporate Chinese translation standards, house style guide standards and appropriate tone of voice across all printed and digital media
Record Chinese translation procedures on the department Wiki site and archive all files on the server
Ensure accuracy of product information and content including legal and scientific claims
Remain current on departmental and company procedures as well as technical and production issues
Ensure translation team support materials and archive organization are current
Complies with company policies and procedures
Performs other duties as needed
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise team of translators: in-house, freelance or third-party companies
Education and Experience
Preferably native Chinese speaker or fully bilingual
Strong linguistic skills in Chinese/English
High quality writing and proofing skills in Chinese and English
B.A in Translation or equivalent related college degree plus a minimum of 5 years of experience in Translation
ATA certification preferred
Or combination of equivalent experience, education, training and supervising
Skills
Must be technologically savvy in general and proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Experience using web-based translation and editing tools as well as CAT tools a plus
Excellent organization skills, written communication skills, and the ability to diagnose and resolve challenges
Strong detail-orientation with the ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks efficiently and in a timely manner
Ability to effectively prioritize requests
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and interact with different people to achieve your job responsibilities
Work well autonomously as well as function as a key part of a team on projects
Interpretation skills are also welcome
Above moderate to high levels of English and Chinese writing, speaking and reading comprehension
Moderate to above moderate levels of active listening, critical thinking, judgment and attention to detail
Working Conditions and Environment
Intermittently lift, carry, pull and push up to 20 pounds
Continuously see, sit, balance, grasp, and have repetitive use of arms, wrists, hands and fingers
Frequently hear and talk
Intermittently stand, stoop, bend, twist, crouch, kneel, crawl, walk, operate foot and hand controls, squeeze, and reach above shoulders
Exposure to electrical equipment, low noise levels, and mild indoor temperatures of hot and cold
Constant use of computer
Long or odd hours, as needed
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