Spanish Chinese Interpreter

HAILIANG COPPER TEXAS INC • Sealy, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Hailiang Copper Texas is seeking a Spanish–Mandarin Interpreter to facilitate communication between Spanish-speaking employees and Mandarin-speaking management and technical staff. This role plays a vital part in supporting daily operations, safety compliance, and workforce integration across a diverse employee population.

Requirements

• Fluency in Spanish and Mandarin (spoken and written); English proficiency strongly preferred
• Prior interpretation experience required; manufacturing or technical environment strongly preferred
• Ability to understand and convey technical and operational terminology
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work across cultures
• High level of discretion and professionalism
• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Nice To Haves

• Experience with OSHA/safety terminology
• Experience supporting onboarding or HR processes
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes (forklift, production lines, etc.)
• Ability to use translation tools or maintain translation libraries

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time interpretation between Spanish and Mandarin for: Production instructions and troubleshooting, Technical discussions with Chinese expatriate staff, Safety meetings and compliance training, HR-related communications (onboarding, coaching, employee relations)
• Translate written materials such as: Work instructions and SOPs, Safety policies and signage, Employee communications
• Support cross-cultural communication and understanding between workforce groups
• Assist with onboarding and training of Spanish-speaking employees
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions
• Provide interpretation support during audits, inspections, or leadership visits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED