Wolof/ French Interpreter- 1st Shift- Wilkesboro, NC

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Wilkesboro, NC

13d

About The Position

The Interpreter facilitates effective communication between parties who do not speak the same language by converting one spoken language to another. Interpreting services may support employment, training and orientation, meetings, Human Resources, health services, and other assigned operational activities. The role is subject to a strict code of confidentiality, requires signing a confidentiality agreement, and requires willingness to work in all facility environments. The interpreter must be fluent in Wolof and French, as well as English, and be able to obtain at least Level 3 Language Certification under Tyson Foods’ software. The position requires passing written and verbal assessments with a score of 75%. One year of interpreter experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. The interpreter is expected to use dictionaries and glossaries to help deliver clear and concise messages. The successful candidate must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Professional team members are also expected to use approved AI tools responsibly, safeguard sensitive information, comply with company policies, and validate AI-generated outputs.

Requirements

Fluency in Wolof and French, as well as English.
Ability to obtain a minimum Level 3 Language Certification under Tyson Foods’ software.
Pass written and verbal assessments with a score of at least 75%.
One year of interpreter experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Strong verbal communication skills in the candidate’s dominant language and English.
Agree to sign a confidentiality agreement.
Ability to work independently with little to no supervision and as a team member.
Strong organizational, decision-making, and follow-up skills.
Willingness to work in all environments of the facility.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

High school degree or equivalent.
Current certification under Tyson’s interpreter program or other language certification acquired through an academic organization.
Basic computer and typing skills.

Responsibilities

Interpret spoken communication between parties who do not speak the same language.
Provide interpreting support for employment, training and orientation, meetings, Human Resources, health services, and other assigned operational activities.
Use dictionaries and glossaries as references to communicate clear and concise messages.
Work independently with little to no supervision while coordinating with and supporting the team as needed.
Safeguard confidential information and comply with the confidentiality agreement.
Use approved AI tools responsibly, protect sensitive information, and critically validate AI-generated outputs.