Mandarin Interpreter: Real-Time Translation & Liaison

APOLLO LENS MANUFACTURING PHILIPPINES, INC.; Naic; On-site; PHP 240,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

APOLLO LENS MANUFACTURING PHILIPPINES, INC. is seeking a Chinese Interpreter to facilitate communication between Mandarin-speaking individuals and local staff, clients, or stakeholders.

The role involves real-time interpretation during meetings and events and translating documents to ensure accuracy and cultural context. Applicants should have fluency in Mandarin or other dialects, strong listening and note-taking skills, and experience in corporate or manufacturing settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Language Studies, Communication, IR, or related field.
• Fluency in Mandarin or other Chinese dialects and English/Filipino.
• Experience as interpreter/translator in corporate or manufacturing settings.
• Strong listening, memory, and note-taking skills.
• Knowledge of technical terms in eyewear production is an advantage.
• Certification in translation/interpretation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time interpretation during meetings, calls, and events (Mandarin, Cantonese, or other dialects as required).
• Translate documents, contracts, and correspondence from Chinese to English/Filipino and vice versa.
• Ensure translations maintain accuracy, tone, and cultural context.
• Assist in cross-cultural communication, clarifying idioms, expressions, and cultural nuances.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Support HR, legal, and compliance teams in interpreting workplace policies and government requirements.
• Coordinate with external clients, suppliers, or government agencies when language support is needed.

Skills

Mandarin fluency

English/Filipino bilingual

Listening & note-taking

Cross-cultural communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Language Studies/Communication/IR

Job description

APOLLO LENS MANUFACTURING PHILIPPINES, INC. is seeking a Chinese Interpreter to facilitate communication between Mandarin-speaking individuals and local staff, clients, or stakeholders.

The role involves real-time interpretation during meetings and events and translating documents to ensure accuracy and cultural context. Applicants should have fluency in Mandarin or other dialects, strong listening and note-taking skills, and experience in corporate or manufacturing settings.