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SEH America is located in Vancouver, Washington. It is one of 13 Shin-Etsu Handotai Group (SEH) facilities located around the world. SEH is the world-leader in the manufacturing of silicon wafers for the semiconductor industry. At SEH America, our philosophy and success rest upon our commitment to excellence, quality of service and product to our customers, and a safe working environment for our employees.

BILINGUAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (English/Japanese)

JOB DUTIES

• Translate technical documents, presentations, procedures, and reports related to a manufacturing, engineering, and/or support area.

• Compile data and generate monthly and other reports.

• Coordinates translation projects relating to multiple manufacturing and/or support areas.

• Translates highly confidential and/or proprietary information. Examples include corporate policies, quality issues, and technical instructions/procedures.

• Occasionally serve as an interpreter for business visitors from Japan. May also act as interpreter for employees traveling to Japan. Travel to Japan is required.

• Must be available to assist with company events and work related issues during non-standard business hours.

• Assist Japanese vendors and visiting staff with translation needed to set up their relocation, paperwork, and other matters related to their time at SEH America.

• Other duties as assigned including assisting with travel arrangements, meeting coordination, and other administrative tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced knowledge of written English/Japanese languages.

• Excellent analytical writing skills with demonstrated grammar, spelling, and proofreading accuracy in English and Japanese languages.

• Experienced with standard formatting of business correspondence and reports.

• Strong computer skills and experience with MS Office products.

• Ability to continuously advance technical knowledge of specified manufacturing, engineering, and/or support area.

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Excellent organization skills and acute attention to detail.

• High level of discretion in working with highly confidential and/or proprietary information.

• Must have good interpersonal skills and be versatile and adaptable in dealing with unpredictable situations; must possess excellent human relations skills.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE

• Understanding of concepts and terminology related to quality, manufacturing, and engineering.

• Strong cultural knowledge of Japan and Japanese business practices.

• Experience in technical translation.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Requires an ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time. Frequent sitting for long intervals. Close vision (<2 feet) required. Frequently lifts up to 5 lbs., occasionally lifts up to 25 lbs. Walks and climbs stairs on an occasional basis. Normal twisting, stretching, lifting associated with a standard office environment.

SEH AMERICA BENEFITS

We are committed to employee health and wellness and believe it plays a factor in our success. The SEH America benefit plan is considered one of the most generous plans in the region based on coverage and employee cost. SEH America is pleased to offer the following benefits, services, and perks:

Health Benefits for You and Eligible Family Members

• Medical (2 plan options with prescription drug program included) - Massage therapy, acupuncture, & naturopathy included in plan

• Dental (2 plan options)

• Vision (automatic election with medical and dental enrollment)

Paid Time-Off Benefits

• Vacation (equivalent to 80 hours first year) & Vacation Savings Account

• Sick pay (80 hrs sick pay with rollover & possible payout)

• 9 Paid Holidays

• Company leave programs including Short Term Medical Leave (up to 24 weeks – based on length of service) & Long Term Disability

• Bereavement Leave (up to 3 days), Jury or Witness Leave, SEH-A Military Leave Program

Other Company Provided Benefits

• 401(k) Plan- Company match plus additional employer contribution

• Flexible Spending Accounts – Health Care & Dependent Care

• Employee Basic Life Insurance- Option to purchase supplemental & dependent life insurance

• Voluntary AD&D Insurance (for employee & family)

• Company provided Long Term Care Insurance – Option to purchase additional employee and spouse coverage.

Services & Perks

• Education Assistance- Paid directly to school

• Employee Assistance Program

• Subsidized Childcare

• On-Site Café (cost subsidized by company)

• Community Garden

• On-Site Fitness Center (no cost & open 24/7)

• EV Charging Spots

• Multiple Award Programs & Employee Appreciation Events

• Diverse Employee Population

• Numerous Growth Opportunities & Career Paths

SEH America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to military and veteran status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Offers of employment are contingent on a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. SEH-A participates in E-Verify. More information can be found on our website.