On-the-Job Translator

General Responsibility Statement: The On-the-Job Translator is responsible for translating communications from one language to another without compromising the focus of the content or context. They will manage verbal and written interactions between parties, including the translation of complicated terminologies to comprehensive statements with the same meaning. Essential Job Responsibilities: 1. Facilitates on the job training by translating for a new hire who speaks a language foreign to the new hire. 2. Carefully listens to or reads content—including jargon and acronyms—in the original language. 3. Understands and analyzes what is being said or written, and the message, intent, and nuances being communicated. 4. Reproduces statements or questions in the desired output language. 5. Facilitates effective communication with individuals, companies, courts, schools, or other interested parties. 6. Provides simultaneous interpretation (SI) or consecutive interpretation (CI) depending on the desired outcome. 7. Gathers, develops, and maintains lists of terminology and information that may be used in technical translations such as legal or technical materials. 8. Protects the confidentiality of information and adheres to any related ethical or professional codes. 9. Willingness to work across departments and plant locations to train and support employees who speak Spanish. 10. Performs other duties as assigned. Education and Experience: 1. Fluency in Spanish and English. 2. A fluency test (determined by the employer) will be used to establish minimum ability to translate. Required Skills/Abilities: 1. Fluency in, and thorough understanding of the Spanish language. 2. Above average verbal and written communication skills in the applicable languages. 3. Excellent listening skills and auditory recall as needed to remember spoken words and accurately reproduce them in the desired language. 4. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software. 5. Ability to appropriately understand and respond to culturally sensitive situations, perspectives, and phrases. Communication and Language skills: Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write complex correspondence. Capacity to effectively present information in one-on-one, and group settings. Adjusts communication to fit the audience and situation. Conveys thoughts clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Displays contagious enthusiasm for objectives, tasks and people. Positively affects the commitment of others. Physical Demands: 1. Prolonged periods standing. 2. Hearing, foot, and sight safety procedures will be followed at all times.