Translator
Location: Carmel, IN
Compensation: $60k/yr
Hours: 8am ~ 5pm
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-site
Language Requirements: Professional proficiency in Japanese and English.
※Applications will o̲n̲l̲y̲ be considered from candidates who meet the listed job-related qualifications. Please review thoroughly before submitting your application. ※
A global automotive supplier specializing in interior materials and components. The company supports major automotive manufacturers through product development, material selection, and manufacturing processes such as cutting, molding, and sewing. Its operations emphasize product quality, reliable delivery, and continuous improvement.
This position provides Japanese-English interpretation and translation for employees, management, visitors, customers, and vendors. The role also supports HR administration, Japanese expatriate employees and their families, visitors, travel coordination, and general office operations.
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Translate business, technical, operational, and administrative documents between Japanese and English
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Interpret during individual and group meetings involving employees, management, customers, visitors, or vendors
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Prepare meeting minutes, emails, reports, and other business documents in both languages
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Accurately communicate the meaning, intent, and nuances of technical and business discussions
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Assist Japanese visitors and expatriate employees and their families with accommodations, housing, schooling, medical matters, and other business-related needs
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Coordinate travel arrangements and process related expense reports and invoices
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Support HR functions, including payroll assistance, orientation preparation, and Form I-9 tracking
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Coordinate company vehicles, cell phone accounts, office supplies, promotional items, and other administrative resources
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Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and company information
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Adjust the daily schedule as necessary to support company functions, management, visitors, and expatriate families
Required:
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Expert Japanese language ability and advanced professional English communication skills
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Ability to interpret and prepare professional documents in Japanese and English
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Ability to accurately convey context and meaning beyond literal translation
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Experience working in a manufacturing environment
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and frequent interruptions while maintaining accuracy
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Strong professionalism, discretion, organization, and interpersonal skills
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Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
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Ability to interpret business, operating, maintenance, procedural, and legal documents
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Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from different cultural and professional backgrounds
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Ability to speak effectively before small and large groups
Preferred:
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1–3 years of professional Japanese-English interpretation or translation experience
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Experience interpreting management, production, quality, or similar business meetings
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Automotive manufacturing experience
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Strong stakeholder coordination and prioritization skills
This position requires schedule flexibility based on business functions and support needs involving Japanese management, employees, visitors, and expatriate families.
※This role may include additional responsibilities as needed based on business needs. ※
