Japanese-English Interpreter & Translator (Manufacturing) Job at Professions Inc, Brownsburg, IN

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  • Professions Inc
  • Brownsburg, IN

Job Description

Why This Role Is Unique:

This position is more than interpreting, it is about building connections. You will play an

important role in helping our Japanese team members succeed at work while also helping their

families feel comfortable and at home in the United States. You will be a trusted resource, a

cultural bridge, and an important part of creating a positive experience for employees both inside

and outside the workplace.

Position Summary:

This role serves as a key bridge between our Japanese and American teams, supporting

communication, collaboration, and cultural understanding across our organization. The

Interpreter will work closely with team members in the office and on the manufacturing floor,

helping translate technical discussions, training materials, engineering documents, and day-to-

day communications. In addition to supporting business operations, this role also plays a

meaningful part in helping Japanese employees and their families transition smoothly to life in

the United States, making this a unique and rewarding position that combines technical

interpretation with people-focused support.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing

environment, solving problems, helping people, and building relationships across cultures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide spoken interpretation between Japanese and English for meetings, training, production

activities, and daily communication.

• Interpret technical discussions related to manufacturing, engineering, troubleshooting, and

production floor activities.

• Translate written materials including training documents, financial documents, engineering

documents, and company communications.

• Support Japanese staff working alongside American team members on production floor

projects, kaizen activities, and troubleshooting situations.

• Assist Japanese employees and their families as they relocate and establish life in the United

States, including support with school registration, banking, housing, transportation, and everyday

living needs.

• Help coordinate employee activities and cultural events that support a positive and inclusive

company culture.

• Assist Human Resources with special projects and employee support initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or four (4)+ years of related experience, or equivalent combination of

education and experience.

• Fluency in both English and Japanese required.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Job Tags

Work at office, Relocation

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