Hino Motors Manufacturing is an OEM that assembles trucks in West Virginia, automotive components in Arkansas, and operates a parts distribution center in California. 

We are currently seeking an Interpreter/Office Administrator located in Mineral Wells/Williamstown, WV reporting directly to the HR Manager. This individual will be responsible for interpretation and translation of Japanese and English speech and documents for our Hino Team Members. Additionally, this individual will support Plant and Human Resources Administration through management of various administrative duties and activities. 

Key Responsibilities:

Translation for daily operating issues related to production, quality, and safetyTranslation of technical documents and for high level executives visiting the WV plantCoordination of Japanese meetings/events/toursCoordination/support for relocation of expatriates (dispatchees), foreign travel for domestic team members, and US visits by HML support membersSupport advisors with management responsibilities and foster cooperation between advisors and HMMWV staffContribute to Plant Administrative function by supporting administrative duties as needed by Plant Management and Human Resources staff.

Specific responsibilities may include:

Translation:

Daily translation for operating issues and work group meetingsSpecialized translation for visiting executives from Japan and external suppliers (Japanese and American)

Event Coordination

Coordinate/plan all Japanese meetings, events, toursCoordination includes travel arrangements, document/presentation preparation, room/table set-up/tear down, refreshment ordering/pick-up

Coordination/Support for Travel & Relocation

Coordination of travel arrangements for support members visiting WV plantRelocation assistance for expatriates (dispatchees) including travel, US documentation, housing, utilities, etcCoordination of travel arrangements for HMMWV team members traveling internationally

Advisor Support

Support advisors with their job/management responsibilitiesFoster communication/cooperation between advisors and HMMWV personnel

Plant Management Support

Administrative support as needed by Plant Management/Human Resources Includes Power Point Presentation & Excel document development

Education & Experience Requirements:

Related Bachelor’s degree or post high school technical education.Two plus years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills Required:

Japanese Language Mastery both written and verbalEnglish Language Mastery both written and verbalExcellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, excellent follow-upPC skills including Excel, Word, & PowerPoint – preferably at an advanced user levelAbility to understand and explain technical concepts

Travel Requirements: Less than 5% domestic and international travel to other plants, including Japan

Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A., Inc. (HMMUSA) requires all new hires submit and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check prior to beginning employment.

All new hires must provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.A. within their first 3 days of employment. HMMUSA uses E-Verify.

Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A., Inc. (HMMUSA) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HMMUSA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.