Japanese Translator

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.

ORGANIZATION & EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS

• Frequent interaction with: AISIN corporate headquarters personnel Production Engineering Other internal departments Customers, suppliers, community partners Local, state, and federal agencies