3 Freelance Japanese Translator jobs in the United States

At Kelly® Professional & Industrial, we're passionate about helping you find a job that works for you. We're seeking **DIRECT HIRE Japanese Translator** to work at **Honda Logistics North America** in **Lincoln, AL** . With us, it's all about finding the job that's just right!
**Pay:** up to $28.85/hr based on experience
**Overtime pay time after 40 hours worked**
Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm Monday-Friday
This position is **ONSITE in Lincoln, AL** , must be able to commute to **Lincoln, AL**
**Why you should apply to be a Japanese Translator**
+ Work with a premier client in the automotive industry.
+ Enjoy a competitive pay rate and benefits package
+ Opportunities for professional development and career growth
+ Supportive and multicultural work environment
+ Opportunity to work with a team of experienced professionals
**Who are we seeking?**
We are seeking a skilled and professional Japanese Translator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for simultaneously translating written and spoken communication from English to Japanese and Japanese to English. The role requires not only language proficiency but also a deep understanding of cultural nuances to ensure accurate and effective communication.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Translate documents, presentations, emails, and other forms of communication from English to Japanese and vice versa.
- Interpret during meetings, conferences, and phone calls as needed.
- Ensure that the translated content is culturally appropriate and maintains the original meaning and tone.
- Proofread and edit translations to ensure accuracy and consistency
- Collaborate with other team members to support cross-cultural communication.
- Conduct research on industry-specific terminology to ensure clear and precise translation.
- Meet deadlines and manage multiple translation projects simultaneously.
**Requirements:**
- Proven experience as a Japanese Translator or in a similar role.
- Excellent proficiency in Japanese and English (both written and spoken).
- Strong understanding of cultural differences and the ability to adapt translations accordingly.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in using translation software/tools is a plus.
- Optional: Any relevant certification such as JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) N1 is preferred.
- Must be able to keep items confidential at all times, information should be shared only on a need to know basis
**Preferred Skills:**
- Experience working in Japanese OEM manufacture (if applicable).
- Knowledge of technical, legal, medical, or business terminology (if applicable).
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
**What happens next**
Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry-even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.
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Job Description

WHO YOU ARE AT PANASONIC ENERGY :

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Japanese Interpreter / Translator - Engineering Support?Then Panasonic Energy is looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PECNA team today!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Job Summary:

As a Japanese Interpreter / Translator - Engineering Support, your primary responsibility is translating and editing various business documents, such as corporate communications, internal/external presentations, proposals, and contracts from one language to another. You will also authenticate and produce documents that adhere to company style guides and quality standards. In addition, the role involves conducting terminology and linguistic research and maintaining a terminology database using memory software tools. Furthermore, you will serve as an interpreter for spoken communications. Because of the critical need for these roles, we are investing in relocation packages for the right candidates who are looking to make their home in the beautiful greater Kansas City metro area.

Secondary Responsibilities: The additional or concurrent responsibilities involve providing technical support for manufacturing in one or more areas, encompassing construction and production. Close collaboration with construction or production teams is vital to ensure seamless project execution, timely production or engineering deliverables delivery, and effective communication among all stakeholders.

Essential Duties:

• Interpret between Japanese expats and domestic staff.
• Supply interpretation for various meetings as well as telephone conferences.
• Translate technical and non-technical documents including policies, instructions, and manuals when necessary.
• Compose and translate emails, reports, and various administrative functions.
• Ability to translate from Japanese to English and English to Japanese
• Possess the capability to work outside the standard business hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (CST) as necessitated by business demands and supporting Japan team members.
• Willingness to work in a construction environment and wear proper PPE (no construction/Engineering activities are included in the position).
• Your meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational abilities will significantly contribute to the success of our production or engineering projects.
• The shifting of focus between primary and secondary responsibilities is expected. Maintaining close collaboration with your team and being readily available to offer support as necessary is essential. Moreover, you are expected to fulfill any associated responsibilities within the scope of your professional practice.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:

• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

MUST-HAVES:

• Basic/Required: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: A technical degree, a Bachelor of Science in a relevant field such as Production, Technical Support, or Engineering, or a combination of education and experience.

NICE-TO-HAVES:

• Basic knowledge of battery assembly and production process.
• Manufacturing industry preferred
• Alignment to Panasonic's seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)

BENEFITS & PERKS - WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:

• Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options to include family planning, mental health, and pet insurance
• Employee assistance programs that support total well-being with complimentary session offered each and every month
• Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program that starts immediately from date of enrollment
• Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
• Simplified access to self-guided and representative-supported short and long-term financial wellness and retirement planning
• Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and associated employee resource groups that promote representation and belonging
• Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs opportunities at all levels across the organization
• Collaborative and motivating culture routed in continuous personal and professional growth and much more.

WHERE YOU'LL BE:

For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.

WHO WE ARE:

Meet Panasonic Energy ! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us .

Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.

As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.

Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.

We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.

WE TAKE OPPORTUNITY SERIOUSLY:

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others a nd embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application!

Supplemental Information:

Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America.

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