Bilingual Japanese–English Interpreter & Translator

AGC Automotive Americas; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

AGC Automotive Americas seeks a skilled Japanese Translator/Interpreter to bridge communication between Japanese and English-speaking teams in a manufacturing setting. You will interpret during meetings, translate documents, and facilitate cross-functional collaboration across production and maintenance.

The role requires fluent Japanese and English, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Japanese and English with strong written and verbal skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management abilities.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• High level of attention to detail and professionalism.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Previous professional translation/interpretation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Japanese-English interpretation during meetings, calls, trainings, plant tours, and daily activities.
• Translate documents, reports, presentations, procedures, and correspondence accurately.
• Support communication between Japanese coordinators, management and team members.
• Prepare reports, gather information, and summarize data as requested.
• Draft and maintain business correspondence in Japanese and English.
• Maintain confidentiality of company information and records.
• Support Production and/or Maintenance with interpretation and translation services.
• Assist with special projects and administrative tasks as assigned.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and operational policies.

Skills

Japanese-English fluency

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

AGC Automotive Americas seeks a skilled Japanese Translator/Interpreter to bridge communication between Japanese and English-speaking teams in a manufacturing setting. You will interpret during meetings, translate documents, and facilitate cross-functional collaboration across production and maintenance.

The role requires fluent Japanese and English, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.