Sr Translator (CONTRACTOR)
Core
Senior Japanese-English translator providing simultaneous, consecutive, and written translation for lithium-ion battery manufacturing operations.
Role type
Senior IC translator/interpreter (technical)
Builds
Communication between Japanese and local teams in manufacturing
Domain
Manufacturing (lithium-ion battery)
Required skills
Japanese (native/near-native), English (native/near-native), simultaneous interpreting, consecutive interpreting, liaison interpreting, whispered interpreting, technical terminology translation, terminology development, team mentoring, PPE usage
Preferred skills
Lean Manufacturing/TPS/Six Sigma knowledge, CAT tools experience, interpreting device expertise, professional certification
Technologies
Microsoft Office, remote interpreting platforms, simultaneous interpreting equipment
Responsibilities
Provide simultaneous, consecutive, liaison, and whispered interpreting during onsite and virtual meetings; Translate technical and non-technical manufacturing terminology; Develop and maintain Japanese-English technical terminology resources; Mentor and train other translators; Create training materials for new translators; Support staff coordination and resource planning; Wear required PPE in manufacturing areas.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC