Chinese Interpreter

Role & responsibilities

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Chinese Interpreter to support the Head of Department (HOD) in bridging communication between Chinese/Taiwanese-speaking stakeholders and Indian teams. The ideal candidate will excel in linguistic fluency, cultural adaptability, and technical communication, ensuring smooth collaboration in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide real-time interpretation during meetings, site visits, audits, and discussions.
• Translate technical documents, reports, emails, and presentations from Mandarin Chinese to English (and vice versa).
• Ensure translations accurately convey technical details and cultural nuances.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the HOD, Chinese/Taiwanese teams, and Indian staff.
• Clarify technical and business terminology for seamless understanding.
• Coordinate HODs schedules, including meetings, travel, and communications.
• Draft, review, and proofread bilingual correspondence and reports.
• Assist in onboarding Chinese-speaking employees and coordinating cross-cultural training sessions.
• Assist in creating and translating technical materials, such as SOPs, manufacturing guidelines, and quality control documents.

Preferred candidate profile

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelors degree in Chinese Language, Linguistics, Interpretation, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience:
• 2-5 years of professional interpreting experience, ideally in manufacturing or technical domains.
• Familiarity with the electronics manufacturing industry is a strong advantage.

Language Proficiency

• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English (spoken and written) is mandatory.
• Proficiency in Tamil or Hindi is a bonus.

Key Competencies

• Linguistic Expertise: Precise interpretation and translation skills, particularly for technical content.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Deep understanding of Chinese/Taiwanese and Indian cultures for effective mediation.
• Communication Excellence: Strong verbal and written skills with a professional demeanor.
• Technical Acumen: Ability to understand and interpret technical terms related to electronics manufacturing.
• Confidentiality: Proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Organizational Skills: Exceptional multitasking and time management abilities.

Perks and benefits

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