Bilingual Training Coordinator/Interpreter

Bilingual Training Coordinator/Interpreter

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Translation, Education, Interpretation, Linguistics, or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience as an Interpreter / Training Coordinator or translator in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and terminology is highly desirable.
• Experience with training coordination, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting preferred.
• Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken).
• Excellent listening, comprehension, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in translations.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretation during meetings, training sessions, safety briefings, and other workplace interactions.
• Facilitate clear and accurate communication between non-English speaking employees and English-speaking supervisors and management.
• Translate written documents such as safety protocols, work instructions, technical manuals, and company policies from English to the target language and vice versa.
• Ensure translations are accurate and contextually appropriate for the manufacturing environment.
• Assist in facilitating communication between English-speaking and non-English-speaking employees on the production floor.
• Act as a liaison between management and non-English-speaking employees to ensure mutual understanding and effective communication.
• Conduct language proficiency assessments for employees as needed.
• Support training programs for manufacturing employees, including safety training, new hire orientation, and skills development.
• Update training materials, manuals, and presentations.
• Schedule and organize training sessions, ensuring all necessary materials and equipment are available.
• Track and report on training outcomes, attendance, and employee progress.
• Maintain training records and documentation in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Assist non-English speaking employees in understanding job expectations, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Support HR and management in resolving any communication-related issues among staff.
• Aid in the development and delivery of bilingual training materials and programs.
• Support trainers in communicating technical and operational procedures to non-English speaking employees.
• Help foster a culturally inclusive work environment by addressing cultural differences and facilitating understanding among diverse teams.
• Maintain records of translated documents and interpreted sessions.
• Assist in the development of multilingual signage and labels within the manufacturing facility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and terminology is highly desirable.
• Experience with training coordination, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting preferred.