Interpreter (Korean/English Bi-Lingual)

Position Summary

The Interpreter will provide accurate and professional interpretation and translation support between Korean-speaking and English-speaking employees, managers, executives, engineers, OEM personnel, operators, and line operations teams. This role requires strong bilingual communication skills, cultural understanding, and the ability to perform both simultaneous and consecutive interpretation in fast-paced manufacturing and operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret communication between Korean and English speakers in both directions using simultaneous and consecutive interpretation modes.
• Support communication among operators, OEM workers, engineers, management, business teams, and line operation personnel during meetings, production activities, and training sessions.
• Translate documents, reports, presentations, work instructions, emails, and operational materials between Korean and English.
• Interpret technical terminology related to manufacturing, engineering, production, and battery operations.
• Handle high-stakes and fast-paced operational environments requiring professionalism, accuracy, and adaptability.
• Execute additional assignments and administrative support tasks as assigned by management or operational leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Fluent in both Korean and English (written and spoken).
• Proven interpretation and/or translation experience in professional environments.
• Strong ability to perform simultaneous and consecutive interpretation accurately.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, multicultural, and high-pressure environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred in Interpretation, Translation, Linguistics, Communications, or related field.
• Experience in manufacturing, automotive, EV battery, or industrial environments preferred.
• Prior interpreter training, certification, or formal education preferred.
• Experience supporting technical, operational, or production meetings preferred.
• Familiarity with technical manufacturing terminology, OEM operations, and production processes preferred.

Total Rewards

We offer market-competitive compensation including base pay and incentive compensation opportunities based on the achievement of Company goals. We offer employees paid time off to refresh and recharge. Our total rewards program is designed to enrich your life at work and includes the following benefits:

• 100% Employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Generous paid holidays
• Tuition Assistance for continuing education
• Vehicle Discount Program on General Motors branded vehicles
• Communication Stipend for Personal Cell Phone

Employee Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Visa sponsorship not available
• Exposure to hazardous materials and/or hazardous waste
• Initial Environmental training over RCRA, SWPPP, SPCC, and emergency escalation
• Annual refresher training to fulfill the requirements of 40 CFR
• Other training to be provided as required