Interpreter Translator

  • SL Tennessee
  • Clinton, Tennessee
  • 07/10/2026
Full time

Job Description

Job Description Job Description

Position Title: Interpreter Translator

General Description

The Interpreter will play a vital role working closely with engineers and executive level managers to translate Korean to English and vice versa.

  • This position should expect to demonstrate tremendous professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment to assist in getting this plant up and running.


Responsibilities
  • Interpret and translate as needed for the general manager at SL Tennessee

  • Provide accurate and complete interpretation services in various settings to ensure understanding between individuals who do not share a common language.

  • Translate documents related to project activities when required.

  • Facilitate communication between management and other colleagues and other functional areas of the business to understand specialized work and translate them appropriately.

  • Attends meetings, or conferences to mediate discussion or relay ideas and concepts between languages.

  • Always maintain professionalism and confidentiality during interpretation sessions, some interpretation situations may include confidential information about employees, the business, etc.

  • Translate spoken statements from one language to another while maintaining the content, context, and style of the original message.

  • Support operational staff on the plant floor by comprehending and interpreting operational work instructions related to manufacturing including but not limited to Safety, Quality, Engineering, purchasing


Job Requirements

Work Experience

  • 1+years as an Interpreter is preferred

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing or automotive industry is preferred

Education

  • Bachelor's degree required

  • Graduate School of Interpretation and Translation preferred

  • Certification or degree in interpretation or translation fields preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Bilingual English/ Korean preferred

  • Understanding of cultural norms in the United States and Korea is required

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required (both verbal and written)




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