Why This Role Is Unique:
This position is more than interpreting, it is about building connections. You will play an
important role in helping our Japanese team members succeed at work while also helping their
families feel comfortable and at home in the United States. You will be a trusted resource, a
cultural bridge, and an important part of creating a positive experience for employees both inside
and outside the workplace.
Position Summary:
This role serves as a key bridge between our Japanese and American teams, supporting
communication, collaboration, and cultural understanding across our organization. The
Interpreter will work closely with team members in the office and on the manufacturing floor,
helping translate technical discussions, training materials, engineering documents, and day-to-
day communications. In addition to supporting business operations, this role also plays a
meaningful part in helping Japanese employees and their families transition smoothly to life in
the United States, making this a unique and rewarding position that combines technical
interpretation with people-focused support.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing
environment, solving problems, helping people, and building relationships across cultures.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide spoken interpretation between Japanese and English for meetings, training, production
activities, and daily communication.
• Interpret technical discussions related to manufacturing, engineering, troubleshooting, and
production floor activities.
• Translate written materials including training documents, financial documents, engineering
documents, and company communications.
• Support Japanese staff working alongside American team members on production floor
projects, kaizen activities, and troubleshooting situations.
• Assist Japanese employees and their families as they relocate and establish life in the United
States, including support with school registration, banking, housing, transportation, and everyday
living needs.
• Help coordinate employee activities and cultural events that support a positive and inclusive
company culture.
• Assist Human Resources with special projects and employee support initiatives.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or four (4)+ years of related experience, or equivalent combination of
education and experience.
• Fluency in both English and Japanese required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
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