Translator jobs in Michigan

Report To:   Human Resources Manager 

JOB SUMMARY:

(Spanish/English) Translator is responsible for using their knowledge of two or more languages and cultural meanings to translate texts from one language to another. Their duties include consulting with department experts to determine meanings, completing translations within set deadlines and using Microsoft Office with special features to aid their progress. In addition, the Translator will work with leadership to translate for core team members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary Responsibilities

Facilitate effective communication between two parties that do not speak a similar language by converting one spoken or written language to another.

Attend conferences and meetings and act as official translator to mediate discussion.

Translate foreign languages for leadership team and affiliates so they can understand dialogue.

Relay concepts and ideas between languages.

Convert written materials from one language into another, such as policies, procedures, or web pages, etc.

Create a new text in the target language that reproduces the content and style of the original.

Edit and proofread text to accurately reflect language.

Receive and submit assignments electronically.

Use dictionaries and glossaries for reference.

Employ computer-assisted translation.

Facilitate communication for people with limited English/Spanish proficiency.

Translate languages at meetings such as attorney-client meetings, union meetings, all employee meetings, etc.

Read aloud documents in a language other than that in which they were written.

Provide language services to all company affiliate.

Translate materials and informational brochures into another language.

Accompany core/support team and facilitate communication between parties.

Adapt a product or service for use in a different language and culture.

Displays a positive attitude towards safety, works safely and follows all the Company's safety policies and procedures.

Complies with all Health, Safety and Environmental standards in accordance with company policies, the Occupational Health & Safety Act. and the Michigan Occupational Health & Safety Act.

Ensures all employees and visitors have a safe environment in that safety and housekeeping standards are maintained; and all hazards, unsafe actions, or unsafe conditions have been identified, corrected, and/or eliminated.

Responds to and investigates all reports of injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses and property damage immediately.

Takes an active part in the division’s safety program by performing regular workplace inspections, effectively investigates accidents/incidents promptly, and assists in meeting or exceeding the division’s safety goals.

Complete other duties as assigned.

Note:  If there is reason to believe that any equipment, or physical condition of the workplace is likely to endanger the employee or co-worker, or is in contravention of OSHA and MISOHA, notify management immediately.  If there is any reason to believe that any equipment, physical condition of the workplace or assigned task is likely to jeopardize customer’s requirements, internal requirements or the quality of tests results and/or equipment build, notify management immediately.  Authorities as detailed in our Quality System for ISO/TS16949 2009 including but not limited to Corrective and Preventative Actions, Control of Documents, Control of Records, Internal Audits and Control of Nonconforming Product.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education/Certification/Licensure:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree or higher

Experience:

• MUST FLUENT IN SPANISH/ENGLISH
• MUST have experience with Microsoft WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Good verbal and written communication skills. 
• Good documentation and organization skills; analytical skills to support problem investigation.  
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint; and the ability to edit and download digital pictures.  

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

Work performed in a manufacturing plant/Office environment. Frequently exposed to varying temperature within plant depending upon external weather condition.  Continuously walks, stands, and lifts and carries up to thirty (20) lbs. within the manufacturing plant/Office environment.   Must be available to work overtime including weekends and holidays.