Translator (Japenese-English)

Aston Carter•Celina, OH

1d•$70,000 - $76,000•Onsite

About The Position

The company is a Tier 1 supplier and the sole North American location for a world-renowned manufacturer of engine and frame components used in automobile engines and suspension systems. It is seeking a Japanese Translator to support communication between Japanese and U.S. associates, departments, and management teams. The role provides spoken interpretation and written translation, handles Japanese-language correspondence and documentation, and assists Japanese expatriate associates with administrative and relocation-related matters. The position also supports workplace safety efforts by helping develop and coordinate training programs, preparing safety materials, maintaining safety records, and representing the company in community and industry safety initiatives as needed. Additional duties may be assigned. This is a permanent, fully onsite position based in Celina, Ohio.

Requirements

Fluency in both Japanese and English, with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to accurately translate production, engineering, technical, business, and legal documents between English and Japanese.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional discretion.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
At least one year of related translation or interpreting experience.
Basic manufacturing knowledge and understanding of manufacturing terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretation between Japanese and English during meetings, discussions, and presentations.
Listen to complete statements in one language and accurately translate them into the other language, providing approximate or exact translations as appropriate.
Provide real-time oral interpretation using electronic audio systems when required.
Participate in pre-session briefings to become familiar with topics before interpretation assignments.
Translate written materials between English and Japanese.
Review, translate, and appropriately file correspondence, reports, faxes, and other documentation received from the company and Japanese-affiliated companies.
Monitor Japanese-language email correspondence, translate communications into English, and distribute information to the appropriate departments.
Assist Japanese expatriate associates with passports, visas, I-94 renewals, housing arrangements, and relocation-related needs.
Support communication and coordination between Japanese and U.S. associates, departments, and management teams.
Develop, coordinate, and support training programs promoting workplace safety and safe work practices.
Prepare and maintain safety-related exhibits, materials, presentations, and promotional content.
Represent the company in community and industry safety programs and initiatives as needed.
Maintain safety records, files, and related documentation.
Perform additional duties as assigned.