Job Title: Translator

Department: HR

Reports to: VP

Effective Date: February 2026

Type: Individual Contributor

JOB SUMMARY

The Japanese – English Translator is responsible for providing accurate translation and interpretation services to facilitate effective communication between Japanese and English -speaking individuals. Key responsibilities include translating written documents, interpreting during meetings and training sessions, and ensuring clear, accurate, and culturally appropriate communication across ELSA. This position may require some assistance with travel logistics and administrative tasks and will report directly to the Vice President.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide accurate Japanese-to-English and English-to-Japanese translation of documents, emails, reports, presentations, policies, procedures, and other business communications.

Provide interpretation services during meetings, training sessions, audits, interviews, and other business-related activities.

Ensure the intended meaning, tone, and context of information is accurately conveyed between Japanese and English speakers.

Review and proofread translated materials for accuracy, consistency, grammar, and cultural appropriateness.

Assist departments with communication needs involving Japanese and English-speaking employees, visitors, customers, suppliers, and business partners.

Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive company, employee, and business information.

Support effective communication and collaboration across departments through timely and accurate language services.

Maintain translation records, terminology references, and document revisions as required.

Support Responsibilities

Support manufacturing, engineering, quality, safety, human resources, administration, and management teams through translation and interpretation services.

Assist with the preparation of bilingual training materials, presentations, and communications.

Facilitate communication during company meetings, training programs, and special projects.

• Provide language support for visiting Japanese associates, expatriates, and business

partners as needed.

• May need to coordinate travel logistics—including flights, airport pickups/drop-offs,

accommodations, and company car assignments—for Japanese staff traveling to ELSA.

• May need to coordinate travel logistics—including flights, airport pickups/drop-offs—for

Japanese staff based at ELSA.

• May need to support onboard new and returning SK staff traveling to Japan by providing

their name badges and entering/updating personal information.

• May need to monitor and maintain company vehicles and inventory of supplies.
• May need to schedule inspections and maintenance of company vehicles.
• May need to assist with communication support when Japanese staff experience

emergency situations, such as medical procedures, car accidents, or legal issues.

• Coordinate with accounting firm on annual tax filing for Japanese staff.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Fluency in both Japanese and English, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening

skills.

• Strong translation and interpretation abilities with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical, business, and operational information clearly and

effectively.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Strong proofreading and editing skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and

PowerPoint.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional business environment.

Strong interpersonal skills and cultural awareness when working with individuals from diverse

backgrounds.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 5 years in a work environment that required daily communication in Japanese and

English

• Certification in Japanese - English translation and interpretation preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• May be required to support operations within the manufacturing environment and work in

conditions that may include elevated temperatures during summer months and colder

temperatures during winter months.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person