A global Automotive parts manufacturer is seeking a Japanese/ English Bilingual Operations Support Administrator to join their team in Brantford, ON. As a key member of the Operations team, this position provides bilingual administrative and operational support to ensure the smooth execution of daily activities. This role involves translation, data handling, reporting, and project coordination, with a strong emphasis on Japanese-English language support.

JAPANESE/ ENGLISH BILINGUAL OPERATIONS SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR QUALIFICATIONS :

• High school diploma or equivalent (post-secondary education preferred).
• Fluent in both English and Japanese (spoken and written) — minimum JLPT N2 level or above
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative and attention to detail.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a professional demeanor.
  Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.
  We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant’s provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.
  We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: $24.00-$26.00 per hour
  Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brantford, ON (N3R): reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Experience:

• Translation: 1 year (preferred)
• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driver’s License (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Provide accurate English-to-Japanese and Japanese-to-English written translations.
• Interpret conversations during meetings between English- and Japanese-speaking stakeholders.
• Translate and process purchase approval requests.
• Prepare daily and weekly production and operations reports.
• Assist with translation and interpretation preparations for meetings.
• Perform data entry, analysis, and generate reports as required by the Operations team.
• Maintain document control processes and ensure timely updates.
• Support task tracking and reporting of overdue items using the company ERP system.
• Participate in operational projects as assigned.
• Adhere to and support the company’s Health & Safety policies and initiatives.
• Perform other administrative duties as required.