Japanese and English Interpreter and Translator

Job Description:

Company seeks to hire a Japanese and English, interpreter and translator for a position as a written and spoken communication bridge between American and Japanese manufacturing professionals. This individual will be working onsite at a large automotive manufacturing facility in the San Antonio, TX area. In addition, interpreting and translation will take place via teleconferencing, in onsite small and large office meetings and on the manufacturing plant floor. In addition, interpreter and translator will be doing onsite translation of technical and nontechnical documents and e-mails.

Experience:

• Japanese and English interpreting and translation experience
• Work experience in a multicultural environment
• Ability to interpret technical conversations, quickly and accurately, in small and large meetings to and from Japanese and English
• Ability to do technical document translation to and from Japanese and English
• Automotive or technical interpreting and translation related experience
• Requirements:
• Must speak English and Japanese fluently
• Must be able to interpret Japanese and English technical conversations, quickly and accurately
• Must read and write English and Japanese at a fluent level
• Must have good interpersonal skills
• Microsoft program proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Adaptability to a new environment
• Clear/Loud speaking voice
• Confidentiality
• Impartiality
• Retention skill
• Not afraid of heights nor working around manufacturing equipment
• Ability to follow directions

Personality:Work Hours:

• Patient, flexible yet tenacious
• Attitude of professionalism
• Eager to challenges and learning
• Cheerful and fair to others

Standard: 7:30AM ~ 4:00PM (30 min. lunch break -non paid) Mon. ~ Fri. The above is the standard work hours; however, work hours may be adjusted as needed.

Benefits:

• Salary based on individual's experience
• Overtime paid at time and a half
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacations
• Insurance support
• Relocation Package
• Full-time, Contract

Work Remotely

• No

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate interpretation and translation services between Japanese and English in various settings, including meetings and written documents.
• Utilize Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to prepare and present translated materials.
• Demonstrate strong bilingual communication skills to facilitate clear understanding among participants.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure effective communication and address any linguistic challenges that arise.
• Stay updated on cultural nuances to enhance translation accuracy and relevance.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $34.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

Ability to Commute:

• San Antonio, TX 78264 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Antonio, TX 78264: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $34 - $40