Japanese-English Interpreter

Pasona N A, Inc.; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Pasona N A, Inc. seeks a Japanese-English interpreter in Gary, IN to support communication between Japanese expatriates and local employees. The role is on-site at a manufacturing setting with roughly half plant and half office duties.

The position is a 3–6 month contract with potential for direct or permanent hire. Strong proficiency in both languages is required; prior interpreter experience is not mandatory, but manufacturing familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

• Business-level or higher Japanese and English
• Prior interpreter experience not required
• Manufacturing environment familiarity is a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide Japanese-English interpretation during meetings and plant operations
• Translate documents as needed
• Support day-to-day communication between Japanese and English speakers

Skills

Japanese language proficiency

English language proficiency

Interpreting experience

Job description

Japanese-English Interpreter

Location: Gary, IN

Start: October–November 2026

Contract: 3–6 months, with potential for direct/permanent hire

Pay: $35–$40/hour

Work Style: On-site, approximately 50% plant / 50% office

A manufacturing company is seeking a Japanese-English bilingual Interpreter to support communication between Japanese expatriates and local employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide Japanese-English interpretation during meetings and plant operations
• Translate documents as needed
• Support day-to-day communication between Japanese and English speakers

Requirements

• Business-level or higher Japanese and English
• Japanese-dominant bilingual candidates preferred
• Prior interpreter experience is not required
• Manufacturing experience is a plus
• Comfortable working in a plant environment

This is a sample job description for recruiting purposes. Actual responsibilities, requirements, and employment terms may vary.