Japanese Translator in Elizabethtown

Date Posted: Thursday, October 2, 2025

Job Snapshot

Job Description

We’re looking for a bilingual professional fluent in Japanese and English who can serve as both a translator and a key support resource for our HR and front-office teams. This role goes beyond translation — you’ll play an important part in helping our employees communicate effectively while also assisting with day-to-day administrative and HR activities that keep the plant running smoothly.

If you’re detail-oriented, reliable, and enjoy variety in your workday, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, growing company in the manufacturing sector.

What You’ll Do

  • Translate written and spoken communication between Japanese and English for employees, managers, and groups

  • Proofread translated content to ensure accuracy in tone, grammar, and cultural meaning

  • Use translation tools and reference materials to maintain quality and consistency

  • Assist with employee onboarding, training sessions, and team communications

  • Provide HR support with confidential documentation, scheduling, and special projects

  • Handle administrative tasks including front desk coverage, mail distribution, and answering calls

Qualifications:

  • Proven history as a translator, interpreter, or similar role
  • Fluent in Japanese and English, technical terms required
  • preferred 5+ years of manufacturing experience

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid short- and long-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • 3 weeks PTO and 9 holidays
  • 401k match
  • Yearly performance-based bonuses

If you’re interested and serious, please send your confidential resume.

Serena.rupert@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.