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Aisin Corporation

Japanese Translator

Marion, IL · On-site

$20.25 - $26.75/hr

Provide technical interpretation from Japanese to English and English to Japanese for production ... Support departmental and company targets including Hoshin Kanri goals. * Perform all duties in ...

Nintendo

CONTRACT - Translator (Japanese)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$30 - $45/hr

For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company's website at DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES * Translates confidential e-mail and other written documentation from Japanese to English, and English ...

Nintendo

CONTRACT - Translator (Japanese)

Redmond, WA · On-site +1

$24.75 - $32.50/hr

For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company's website at DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES * Translates confidential e-mail and other written documentation from Japanese to English, and English ...

Shionogi Inc.

Chief of Staff

Florham Park, NJ · On-site

Experience working within or alongside a Japanese company or parent organization * Proficiency in Japanese (business-level or higher strongly preferred) * Familiarity with Japanese business culture ...

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Japanese Translator

Aisin Corporation

Marion, IL • On-site

$20.25 - $26.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Aisin rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 76 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

372nd of 418 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

SUMMARY
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
  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Experience in interpretation/translation required; manufacturing or engineering environment a plus.

ORGANIZATION & EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
  • Frequent interaction with:
    • AISIN corporate headquarters personnel
    • 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  1. Standing
  2. Walking
  3. Sitting
  4. Lifting (weight 25 lb)
  5. Heaviest Weight Lifted (55 lb)
  6. Carrying (weight 25 lb)
  7. Heavy Weight Carried (25 lb)
  8. Pushing/Pulling
  9. Weight Pushed/Pulled (10 lb)
  10. Climbing
  11. Balancing
  12. Bending/Stoop
  13. Crawling
  14. Reaching
  15. Reach Above Shoulder
  16. Work Above Shoulder
  17. Walk on Uneven Ground
  18. Fine Manipulation
  19. Gross Manipulation
  20. Simple Grasping
  21. Power Grip
  22. Hand Twisting
  23. Twisting of body
  24. Kneeling
  25. Crouching

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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