Japanese Translator

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Japanese Translator to join our team at FTIC, a Tier One automotive manufacturer supporting a leading Japanese automotive company. In this role, you will serve as a critical communication bridge between Japanese and English-speaking teams, ensuring accuracy and cultural nuance across technical, operational, and business communications. The ideal candidate brings strong linguistic expertise, a deep understanding of professional and technical terminology, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Provide consecutive interpretation between languages Listen to complete statements in one language, translate to second & translate responses from second into first language in consecutive interpreting. Express either approximate or exact translation, depending on nature of occasion. Interpret and edit written documentation from one language to another. Support Japanese Support members and visitors. Assist in coordinating employee activities (i.e. company picnics, fund-raisers). Assist Human Resource Manager on special projects as needed

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education :

Bachelor's degree, or four (4) + years related experience & high school diploma or G.E.D., and equivalent combination of education & experience.

Technical Competencies:

Must be fluent in both English and Japanese. Proficient computer skills with knowledge of operating various office equipment, such as fax machine & copier

Non-technical Competencies:

Interpersonal skills (teamwork, customer orientation) Communication (verbal communication, listening, written communication) Judgement and thinking (strategic thinking, original thinking, judgement, and decision-making, problem solving, awareness) Performance skills (accuracy with detail, planning and organizing, efficiency) Personal characteristics (motivation/commitment, flexibility, assertiveness)

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person