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Epredia Continuous Improvement Specialist & Translator in Kalamazoo, Michigan
Be a part of a global team where what we do matters! At Epredia, we recognize that our talented employees are vital to our success. Our team is dedicated, our work is rewarding – both personally and professionally – because what we do matters.
We seek talented individuals who will contribute to and thrive in our collaborative, diverse, fast-paced environment while demonstrating a commitment to our core values, People, Customer, Results, Continuous Learning, and Innovation.
People – We win as a team.
Customer – We deliver customer-centric solutions.
Continuous Learning – We learn and always aim to be better.
Innovation – We innovate every day.
Results – Results matter for all of us.
Join our team as a Japanese Translator & Continuous Improvement Specialist! You'll be responsible for drafting translations and ensuring technical accuracy in both Japanese and English. Plus, dive into data analysis to drive process enhancements b y conducting thorough analysis and gathering insights, you'll uncover valuable opportunities for improvement, driving innovation and efficiency within our organization.
Location: Onsite - Kalamazoo
What you will be doing:
Assist in preparing written correspondence, reports, presentation materials and other documents in appropriate formats using word processing and spreadsheet software.
Learn and understand Operations at both Kalamazoo and Portsmouth sites, helping support continuous improvement efforts through data collection, analysis and discovery.
Help develop slide decks and action lists to drive improvements at both sites.
Connect with leaders at each site to promote continuous improvment and adherence to planned action dates. .
Ability to provide simultaneous translation of oral conversations between Japanese and English.
Knowledge of engineering, engineering technology or closely related fields is preferred.
Proficient in the use of personal computers, Microsoft Word and Excel.
Perform other job related tasks as assigned.
Skills you will need:
High School Diploma or GED or Associates degree/2 years college in business information systems.
Post-secondary training in business information systems, office management and/or word processing and spreadsheet applications.
6+ years experience in a position requiring extensive use of Microsoft office software.
Excellent Japanese and English language skills, including verbal and written translation/interpretation
TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Epredia does not accept unsolicited third-party resumes.
Building an Inclusive Culture: We are a company that brings varying backgrounds, ideas, and points of view to inventing on behalf of all customers. Our diverse perspectives are enriched by many dimensions, including race, ethnicity, gender, age, physical and mental ability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, culture, language, and education, as well as professional and life experience. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and leveraging our unique perspectives to scale our impact and growth.
At Epredia, we improve lives by enabling better cancer diagnostics. We are a team of talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and expertise, working together to develop precision diagnostic solutions for our customers. We are a fast growing global company that drives innovation in diagnostics to create better outcomes for patients. Joining Epredia is much more than a job- it is an opportunity to be part of something with a purpose. Find out how you can improve lives while advancing your career.