Japanese Translator

AW Technical Center USA; Marion (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Marion, IL is seeking an Entry-Level Japanese Translator to provide technical interpretation and translation support between Japanese and English. The role involves assisting teams in production engineering and facilitating communication across departments. Ideal candidates should have proficiency in both languages, along with strong organizational and teamwork skills. This is a full-time position offering exposure to both office and manufacturing settings.

Qualifications

• High level of proficiency in written and spoken Japanese and English.
• Strong interpretation and translation abilities, especially in technical/manufacturing settings.
• Ability to follow and implement company policies, posted work rules, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical interpretation from Japanese to English and vice versa.
• Translate documents and reports for production engineering.
• Assist with communication across departments and external parties.
• Support Aisin Technical Academy and other language-training preparation activities.
• Assist the Training Department, including orientations, Aisin University, and teaching training classes, as needed.

Skills

Proficiency in Japanese

Proficiency in English

Interpretation skills

Translation skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Experience in interpretation/translation

Job description

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This position supports the Production Engineering and General Administration functions by providing technical interpretation and translation between Japanese and English. The role facilitates communication across internal departments, customers, and suppliers; assists with documentation and training activities; and contributes to departmental goals while promoting positive relationships throughout the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical interpretation from Japanese to English and English to Japanese for production, engineering, management, and hourly team members.
• Interpret during routine meetings, customer/supplier visits, and other scheduled/unplanned situations.
• Translate documents, reports, and written communications for exempt, non-exempt, and Japanese Coordinators (APS) as required; primarily supporting Production Engineering.
• Support Aisin Technical Academy and other language-training preparation activities.
• Assist the Training Department, including orientations, Aisin University, and teaching training classes, as needed.
• Maintain clear communication within the department and with other groups such as Manufacturing, Logistics, and outside affiliates.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with team members, management, and external parties.
• Support departmental and company targets including Hoshin Kanri goals.
• Perform all duties in compliance with HR, Safety, and Security standards.
• Perform other reasonably related tasks as required by Management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• High level of proficiency in written and spoken Japanese and English.
• Strong interpretation and translation abilities, especially in technical/manufacturing settings.
• Ability to follow and implement company policies, posted work rules, and procedures.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to function independently while supporting team goals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; able to maintain positive internal and external relationships.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and coordinate activities when required.
• Ability to accept constructive feedback.

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION

• Experience in interpretation/translation required; manufacturing or engineering environment a plus.

ORGANIZATION & EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS

• Frequent interaction with:
• Production Engineering
• Other internal departments
• Customers, suppliers, community partners
• Local, state, and federal agencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work performed in both office and manufacturing settings with frequent interaction across departments.
• Must be able to adapt to changing priorities on short notice.
• Exposure to dust, noise, oils, metal shavings, propane, solvents, and similar materials.
• Minimal exposure to hazardous machinery/conditions when safety rules are followed.
• Some areas require the use of PPE such as safety glasses and safety shoes.
• Lighting, temperature, and conditions are generally within normal ranges.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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