Japanese–English Interpreter​/Translator

Japanese–English Interpreter / Translator

A leading Japanese automotive parts manufacturer is seeking an in-house Japanese–English Interpreter/Translator to facilitate smooth and effective communication between Japanese expatriates, management, and local staff. This is a vital position that bridges language and cultural gaps across a wide range of departments, from the production floor to general office operations, including production, quality, safety, and engineering.

• ・Provide Japanese–English interpretation during meetings, discussions, training sessions, and daily operations
• ・Facilitate effective communication among Japanese advisors, management, and local team members
• ・Translate business documents, reports, presentations, standard operating procedures, and related materials
• ・Provide interpretation in both office environments and on the manufacturing floor (including technical discussions regarding production, quality control, safety, and engineering)
• ・Maintain high accuracy and strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• ・Promote cross-cultural communication and mutual understanding between Japanese and local team members
• ・Collaborate with other interpreters and teams to ensure seamless operational coverage
• ・Provide additional bilingual support and assistance as needed

• ・Full-time
• ・On-site (Plant & office environment)

Greenfield, IN area

• ・Salary: US $55,000 – $75,000 / year (commensurate with experience)
• ・Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement plan, etc.)

Weekends (Saturday & Sunday) and company-designated holidays

• ・Bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years of professional interpretation experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
• ・Native or professional business fluency in both Japanese and English (written and spoken)
• ・Strong interpretation and translation capabilities
• ・Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• ・Ability to interpret accurately and remain neutral and impartial in fast-paced situations
• ・Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• ・Prior interpretation experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
• ・Familiarity with automotive manufacturing terminology is a plus
• ・Work experience at a Japanese company in the U.S., or an understanding of both Japanese and American business cultures, is a plus