Corporate Interpreter (Bilingual Japanese/English)

Job Category : Interpretation Requisition Number : INTER006048 Apply now Posted : January 2, 2025 Full-Time On-site Locations Showing 1 location Location: DAIKIN TX TECHNOLOGY PARK 19001 KERMIER ROAD WALLER, TX 77484, USA Daikin is seeking a professional Japanese/English interpreter who can provide consecutive/simultaneous interpretation for various occasions, including but not limited to: written and verbal interpretation of both internal and external meetings, conferences, individual meetings, tele-conferences, ceremonies/events, business trips, and visits to and by customers, vendors, suppliers, governmental authorities, industry associations, parent company, and Daikin affiliates. May include: Study all relevant vocabulary and basic knowledge of HVAC industry, equipment, and technologies. Perform written translation of any documents in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF, including e-mail communications. Provide accurate but comprehensive interpretation that allows listeners and speakers to gain maximum results from such communication. Render messages from one language to another accurately, without omissions and additions, maintaining message content, context, and style as much as possible. Maintain professional demeanor in presentation and communication style. Assist with creating and editing presentations and coordinating meetings. Identify and resolve conflicts related to the meanings of words, concepts, practices, or behaviors. Operate with a high level of integrity and proper handling and protection of sensitive and confidential information. Know industry-specific terminology, referencing glossaries and training materials. Perform additional activities/projects as assigned. Nature and Scope: Takes direction from lead. Uses knowledge to successfully act as a translator for internal and external customers. Knowledge and Skills: Language proficiency in English and Japanese, both verbal and written. High level of attention to detail and accuracy of information. Effective organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks with a sense of urgency. Working knowledge of MS Office – Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and PDF, and ability to interpret in online meetings. Must possess a positive attitude and good interpersonal skills to interact daily with internal and external employees as well as Senior leaders and Executive staff. Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information. Teamwork & Collaboration – works well with others in a positive environment and understands the power of “we.” Customer Centric – displays a passion for customer satisfaction and is always ready to fuel our service engine. High-quality Performance – meets and exceeds goals consistently. Knowledge of audio and visual equipment is a plus, or ability to learn quickly. Flexibility – adapts to change with a problem-solving approach to meet customer requirements. Ability to be flexible to changes in business needs, schedules, and environments. Strives for Progress – cultivates a thirst for growth and learning and aims to improve. Facilitates – capable of taking charge of meetings with the utmost respect for the team. Experience: 3+ consecutive years of experience working as a full-time simultaneous interpreter or 5+ years of experience as a freelance simultaneous interpreter of Japanese and English. Education: BS in Interpretation. Physical Requirements / Working Environment: Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. Occasional domestic/international business trips and luncheon/dinner attendance may be requested. Interpretation in the manufacturing facilities is required. Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States. The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr