Japanese Language Industrial Interpreter & Documentation Specialist

Job overview

The Japanese Language Industrial Interpreter & Documentation Specialist role is onsite in Elizabethtown, KY, full-time. Compensation is $30–$32 per hour. The role supports manufacturing operations and may be assigned to Production or Maintenance based on business needs. The specialist bridges Japanese- and English-speaking teams through interpretation, translation, and bilingual documentation. Clear communication helps departments collaborate, maintain operational alignment and safety, and make informed decisions.

What you'll do

• Interpret during meetings, calls, training, plant tours, and routine business interactions
• translate documents, reports, presentations, procedures, and correspondence
• facilitate communication among Japanese coordinators, managers, and team members
• compile information and prepare summaries and reports
• maintain bilingual correspondence
• safeguard confidential materials
• support Production and/or Maintenance
• assist with projects and administrative tasks
• follow safety and operational policies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

japanese interpreter

japanese–english translation

industrial interpretation

documentation specialist

manufacturing

elizabethtown ky

full-time

production support

maintenance support

bilingual correspondence

microsoft office

$30–$32/hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Japanese–English fluency is required; associate degree preferred or equivalent education and experience; manufacturing experience preferred.

About the employer

AGC Automotive Americas - Elizabethtown is hiring for this role. Industry: Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing. Sector: 33.