Job Description

An international automotive parts manufacturing company is currently searching for a motivated Japanese / English Bilingual Administrative Assistant to join the Engineering department at their facility in the northeastern Toledo, Ohio area. The ideal candidate will have some background in administrative duties, and be eager to learn new technical concepts and skills. This is a full-time, direct hire position with a comprehensive benefits package.

Entry-level candidates and new graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply! Training can be provided for unfamiliar job duties.

Administrative Assistant Responsibilities Include:

• Administration of production and engineering projects—ensure expenses are staying within budget, communicating updates between multiple departments, overseeing inventory levels, etc.
• Prepare project data and compile into summary reports
• Ensure compliance to federal, local, and company regulations for safety and quality standards
• Producing / editing CAD drawings if needed, and confirm that necessary equipment is operable and correctly calibrated
• Translation of documents and communications between English and Japanese as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Administrative Assistant Qualifications Include:

• Associate’s degree in a business, technical, or engineering field preferred
• Minimum conversational Japanese language ability (JLPT N3 equivalent or higher) is required
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; additional familiarity with CAD programs such as Solidworks, AutoCAD, etc., is a plus but not required
• Good communication and collaboration ability in a multicultural environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

Benefits Include (but are not limited to):

• Non-exempt / eligible for overtime pay
• Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid holidays, paid sick time, and paid time off
• 401k with company match
• Relocation support (if applicable)

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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. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.

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