Japanese-English Manufacturing Interpreter & Docs

AGC Automotive Americas; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

AGC Automotive Americas seeks a skilled bilingual Japanese–English interpreter/translator to support production and maintenance teams. You will provide real-time interpretation in meetings, translate documents and correspondence with precision, and facilitate clear communication across Japanese coordinators and managers.

You will also compile summaries and reports for decision-making, while adhering to safety and confidentiality policies.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Background in translation, interpretation, administration, or related fields preferred.
• Manufacturing environment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time interpretation during meetings, conference calls, training sessions, plant tours, and routine business interactions.
• Translate documents, reports, presentations, procedures, and correspondence with precision and professionalism.
• Facilitate communication among Japanese coordinators, managers, and team members to ensure shared understanding and collaboration.
• Compile information, prepare summaries, and create reports as requested.
• Draft, edit, and maintain clear business correspondence in both Japanese and English.

Skills

Japanese-English bilingual

Bilingual communication

Time management

Education

Associate degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

AGC Automotive Americas seeks a skilled bilingual Japanese–English interpreter/translator to support production and maintenance teams. You will provide real-time interpretation in meetings, translate documents and correspondence with precision, and facilitate clear communication across Japanese coordinators and managers.

You will also compile summaries and reports for decision-making, while adhering to safety and confidentiality policies.