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About LOTTE Aluminium Materials, USA
LOTTE Aluminium Materials, USA supports the production of electric vehicle batteries for the electric vehicle sector by producing cathode foil, which is a type of ultra-thin aluminum foil that is one of the main components of the electric vehicle lithium-ion battery. As a pioneering leader for the new world, LOTTE Aluminium Materials, USA is committed to creating materials for a sustainable future. Join our team as a new pioneer in a new world!
Job Summary: Lotte Aluminium Materials, USA is seeking a skilled Interpreter to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for facilitating communication between parties who speak Korean and English languages, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in all interpretations in and office and manufacturing setting. If you are a dedicated Interpreter with excellent language skills and a passion for facilitating effective communication across language barriers, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Job Responsibilities:
Provide accurate and complete interpretation services in various settings, to include new hire onboarding, company benefit setup support, medical appointments, legal proceedings, social services meetings, and more.
Translate spoken statements from one language to another while maintaining the content, context, and style of the original message.
Review and interpret written documents such as emails, policies, medical records, legal documents, and other materials as needed.
Communicate effectively to ensure understanding between individuals who do not share a common language.
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times during interpretation sessions, some interpretation situations may include confidential information about employees, the business, etc.
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, IT.
Other tasks as assigned including but not limited to supporting various operational shifts.
Required Skills and Abilities:
Excellent communication, team orientation and presentation skills
Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point, etc.)
Safety and Quality oriented with a solution-oriented mindset
Ability to problem solve with planning skills
Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance
Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive attitude
Must be self-driven and capable of bringing solutions to the team
Must be willing to support off shift schedules as required by production
Education and Experience:
Fluent in Korean and English including, comprehending, speaking, reading and writing is required
Previous experience as an Interpreter is a plus
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
High School Diploma or equivalent is required
A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Engineering or equivalent is preferred
Understanding of cultural norms in the United States and Korea is required
Physical Requirements:
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee will be required to: sit at a desk for prolonged periods of time and work on a computer; regularly walk, stand, sit and communicate.
Comfortable working in an industrial manufacturing environment where each day has the potential to require different physical requirements. Must be able to communicate, sit, stand, walk and climb stairs for long periods of time and frequently throughout each day. There are times when you will need to walk throughout the manufacturing plant floor or walk between buildings, this includes but is not limited to walking outside, walking up and down stairs, walking across metal grates and potentially being in contact with slippery surfaces.