Location: Sealy, TX
Company: Hailiang Copper Texas, Inc. (HCTI)
Department: Human Resources / Operations Support
Position Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Hailiang Copper Texas is seeking a Spanish–Mandarin Interpreter to facilitate communication between Spanish-speaking employees and Mandarin-speaking management and technical staff. This role plays a vital part in supporting daily operations, safety compliance, and workforce integration across a diverse employee population.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide real-time interpretation between Spanish and Mandarin for:
  • Production instructions and troubleshooting
  • Technical discussions with Chinese expatriate staff
  • Safety meetings and compliance training
  • HR-related communications (onboarding, coaching, employee relations)
• Translate written materials such as:
  • Work instructions and SOPs
  • Safety policies and signage
  • Employee communications
• Support cross-cultural communication and understanding between workforce groups
• Assist with onboarding and training of Spanish-speaking employees
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions
• Provide interpretation support during audits, inspections, or leadership visits

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and Mandarin (spoken and written); English proficiency strongly preferred
• Prior interpretation experience required; manufacturing or technical environment strongly preferred
• Ability to understand and convey technical and operational terminology
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work across cultures
• High level of discretion and professionalism
• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Working Conditions

• On-site role in a heavy manufacturing environment
• Regular interaction with production teams and leadership
• May involve extended periods on the production floor

Optional Add-On (Highly Recommended for Your Operation)

You may want to include this in both postings:

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience with OSHA/safety terminology
• Experience supporting onboarding or HR processes
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes (forklift, production lines, etc.)
• Ability to use translation tools or maintain translation libraries