Job Title: Communications Specialist

Location: Phoenix, AZ 85353

Duration: 90 days

Shift Timings: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Note: Assignment Duration: 3 Months-, with no guarantee of extension. This is an on‑site role within a manufacturing plant environment.

Summary of Job:

Provide real-time verbal interpretation and written translation between Mandarin and English within a manufacturing plant environment, enabling clear communication among production, engineering, and leadership teams. Support daily operations by accurately translating manufacturing-related discussions, technical terminology, process instructions, and operational communications.

Must-have/Required skills:

Fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English (spoken and written) with at least 2 years of experience
Prior experience providing interpretation and/or translation services in a manufacturing, industrial, engineering, or technical environment
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, or technical terminology (e.g., production operations, engineering concepts, safety protocols)
Ability to interpret complex or technical discussions in real time with accuracy
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse groups
Professional discretion and ability to handle confidential information
Ability to provide accurate, real-time interpretation during meetings, production floor interactions, training sessions, and operational discussions
Ability to translate technical manufacturing terminology, process instructions, safety communications, and engineering or production-related concepts with clarity and accuracy

Nice-to-have skills:

Previous experience supporting manufacturing plants, factories, or industrial operations
Familiarity with technical documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), or production workflows
Formal training or certification in translation or interpretation is a plus

Key responsibilities and duties:

Provide accurate, real-time interpretation between Mandarin and English during meetings, production floor interactions, training sessions, and operational discussions.
Translate technical manufacturing terminology, process instructions, safety communications, and engineering or production-related concepts with clarity and accuracy.
Support written translation of documents such as work instructions, procedures, training materials, emails, and presentations as needed.
Facilitate effective communication between Mandarin-speaking employees, engineers, operators, and English-speaking plant leadership.
Maintain professionalism, neutrality, and confidentiality while interpreting sensitive or business-critical information.
Partner closely with operations, engineering, quality, and safety teams to ensure accurate understanding of plant processes and expectations.

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