Japanese Interpreter/ Translator

Be a cultural liaison via Japanese interpreting/translating and select admin support. Advanced JPN/ENG skills requested outside Columbus, Ohio.

THK Manufacturing of America, Inc. (TMA) located in Hebron, Ohio is looking for a bilingual Japanese speaking individual to support effective communication between Japanese-speaking and English-speaking staff in a manufacturing environment. This position responsibilities would include interpretation, translation, and select administrative support.

Interpretation

• Serve as an interpreter for meetings, presentations, interviews, and on-the-floor training sessions as needed.
• Provide interpretation support during visits from auditors or other non-THK external parties.
• Assist employees with day-to-day communication needs across departments.

Translation

• Translate written materials for TMA staff, including but not limited to controlled operation sheets for new or revised manufacturing processes, presentations, and email communications.

Cultural Liaison

• Act as a cultural liaison between Japanese and American employees.
• Provide guidance and consultation related to problem solving, conflict resolution, cultural awareness, and employee-relations matters.
• THK Philosophy & Member Morale
• Support understanding and alignment with THK’s mission, vision, values, business strategy, policies, and procedure.
• Help ensure company operations are conducted in compliance with established policies and standards.

Other Duties

•  Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Japanese.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately interpret between Japanese and English with minimal preparation.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills.
• Ability to multitask, work independently, and manage priorities with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to handle confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information with discretion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word).

Education

• Bachelor’s degree with a major or minor in Japanese Language, East Asian Studies, or a related field, or High School Diploma/GED with JLPT Level 2 (or equivalent).

Experience

• 1–2 years of professional translation and/or interpretation experience preferred

• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Personal time
• 401k Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Company-Paid Uniforms
• A culture of support, respect, and opportunity