Technical Translator -Japanese and English

Translator – Production Support – Japanese / English Location: De Soto, Kansas Full-Time, Onsite Total Compensation: Will be discussed during the interview Relocation support is available Day shift (8h/day, 5 days a week) or Night Shift (12h/day, 3-4 days a week) Summary A Japanese-English bilingual professional is needed to support translation, interpretation, and production-related operations in a manufacturing and construction environment. This role will serve as a key communication bridge between Japanese expatriates and local employees while supporting production, engineering, and construction teams through accurate translations, interpretation, and technical coordination. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Breakdown of Responsibilities 70% Translation & Interpretation Translate business, technical, and administrative documents between Japanese and English Interpret meetings, conference calls, and daily communications between Japanese and local staff Translate emails, reports, manuals, policies, presentations, contracts, and other business documents Review and edit translated materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality Maintain terminology databases and translation memory tools Conduct terminology and linguistic research as needed 30% Production & Engineering Support Support manufacturing, engineering, and construction-related projects through effective communication and coordination Collaborate closely with production and engineering teams to facilitate project execution Assist with communication between stakeholders to ensure timely completion of project deliverables Provide administrative and operational support related to production activities as needed Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary interpreter between Japanese expatriates and local employees Provide interpretation support for meetings, conference calls, and daily operations Translate technical and non-technical documents accurately and efficiently Prepare and translate correspondence, reports, and other business materials Support production and engineering teams by facilitating bilingual communication Maintain translation quality standards and terminology consistency Be available to support occasional communications outside normal business hours to coordinate with teams in Japan Work in a manufacturing and construction environment while following all required safety procedures Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned Required Qualifications Business-level fluency in Japanese and English (spoken and written) Professional translation and interpretation experience in a business or technical environment Strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages Ability to translate technical information accurately and efficiently Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment Preferred Qualifications Experience in a manufacturing environment Basic knowledge of manufacturing or production processes Familiarity with battery manufacturing processes is a plus Experience working on engineering, construction, or industrial projects is preferred Work Environment Manufacturing and construction site environment Required use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when necessary, including safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, masks, and other protective equipment as required No direct construction or production work is required for this position #J-18808-Ljbffr Pasona N A, Inc.