Japanese Translator

Celina Aluminum Precision Technology Inc. otherwise known as CAPT is the sole North American location for Honda Foundry's world-renowned engine and frame component manufacturing. Our products become part of legendary Honda automobile engines and suspension systems. True to our roots, CAPT manufactures only the highest quality products for Honda Motor Co., Ltd. and its customers worldwide.

We are seeking a Japanese Translator to join our team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretation between Japanese and English.
• Listen to complete statements in one language and accurately translate them into the second language during meetings, discussions, and presentations.
• Deliver either approximate or exact translations, depending on the nature and requirements of the communication.
• Render real-time oral interpretation using electronic audio systems when required.
• Participate in pre-session briefings to become familiar with topics prior to interpretation assignments.
• Translate written materials from English to Japanese and Japanese to English.
• Review correspondence, reports, faxes, and other documentation received from Honda Foundry and other Japanese-affiliated companies; translate and file documents appropriately.
• Monitor Japanese-language email correspondence, translate communications into English, and distribute information to the appropriate departments.
• Assist Japanese expatriate associates with administrative matters including passports, visas, I-94 renewals, housing arrangements, and relocation-related needs.
• Support communication and coordination between Japanese and U.S. associates, departments, and management teams.
• Develop, coordinate, and support training programs that promote workplace safety and safe work practices.
• Prepare and maintain safety-related exhibits, materials, presentations, and promotional content.
• Represent the company in community and industry safety programs and initiatives as needed.
• Maintain safety records, files, and related documentation.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred, or 1-3 years of related translation/interpreting experience.
• Fluent in both Japanese and English, with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to accurately translate production, engineering, technical, business, and legal documents from English to Japanese and Japanese to English.
• Basic manufacturing knowledge and understanding of manufacturing terminology preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional discretion.

Benefits Package Includes 

Low - cost Medical, Prescription Drug Coverage, Dental Insurance,  Vision Insurance (Available Day One) • Paid Holidays • Vacation Earned Monthly •  401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match • Pension Plan • Birthday Off with Pay • Short term, Long term Disability Pay, Health Club Membership • Performance Bonus • Attendance Bonus • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Tuition Assistance 

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. CAPT does not provide sponsorship for this or any other position.