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A Japanese company located in the Georgetown, KY area is currently looking for a full time Investment Analyst who will assist managers to evaluate new investment projects for management approval and support tasks involving monitoring and coordinating financial activities of existing investments.

BOE and skills, the salary range for this position would be around the 100k-120k mark.

Your essential duties would include the following:

Conduct feasibility study analysis on important investment projects of all group companies from financial / strategic standpoint.

Familiar with cash flow to build a cash flow model and perform cash flow analysis to evaluate the return on investment.

Report material impacts of different business scenarios on feasibility study.

Evaluate the financial health of the company by analyzing the Income statement, Balance sheet and Cash Flow statement.

Creating internal reports to support the company’s decision-making process.

Working with various department heads and managers to make recommendations within the business units to assist the decision-making process.

Evaluate enterprise value by building financial models.

Become familiar with the company’s authorization rule to guide business units to the correct approval procedure.

Assist business units to coordinate investment decisions in accordance with the company group’s policy.

Support business units to prepare investment proposal materials for the Investment Committee and Board of Directors.

Support/ Coordinate other groups in subsidiaries’ matters (data collection, variance analyses, Impairment analyses, fair value analyses for cost method companies....and etc.)

Some business travel is required.

Please consider the following qualifications when applying:

Bachelor’s degree in finance and accounting.

Minimum of 6-10 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, business valuation, cost accounting and budget control.

Understand cash flow model and DCF.

Corporate Finance experience with financial modeling.

Candidate with strong analytical abilities.

Requires critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Strong initiative and ability to manage multiple projects.

Ability to work well with others in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

Willingness to trip throughout US, Canada, and Mexico

Experience in the automotive industry will be helpful.

Big 4 experience is a plus but not required.

Candidate who has or is working toward passing CMA or CFA exam.

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (emphasis on Excel & PowerPoint)

Ability to utilize Excel functions, such as VLOOKUP, Power Query, Macro is a must.

Business English writing/communication skills are required.

Fluency in speaking, reading and writing in Japanese is a big plus.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

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A Japanese Precision Machinery Company is looking for a full time Outside Sales Representative to join their Lexington, KY location so they can assist with generating new business opportunities, maintaining existing client relationships, and achieving sales targets within an assigned territory.

BOE and skills, the salary range for this position would be around the 60k-70k mark.

The essential duties for the Outside Sales Representative are as followed:

Essential Duties:

Identify and pursue new sales opportunities through cold calling, networking, and referrals

Conduct face-to-face meetings with potential and existing clients to present our products/services

Develop and maintain strong client relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and retention

Prepare and deliver sales presentations and proposals

Negotiate contracts and close deals

Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, and pipeline in our CRM system

Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth order fulfillment and customer support

Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and market conditions

Attend trade shows and industry events to represent the company and generate leads

Meet or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets

Please consider the following qualifications when applying:

Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or related field preferred

Proven track record of success in outside sales, preferably in a B2B environment

Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

Strong time management and organizational abilities

Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite

Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Ability to travel extensively within the assigned territory

Speaking any level of Japanese would be a plus( not required)

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A leading Japanese Factory Automation Company in the Nicholasville, KY area is currently looking for a full time English-Japanese Bilingual Controls Engineer to collaborate with automation professionals to push the boundaries of cutting-edge technology. This role offers the opportunity to refine your skills, tackle exciting challenges, and make a real impact in a dynamic teamwork environment.

3 years of PLC Programming or control engineering are required as well as being bilingual.

Based on experience and skills, the salary range would be around the 80-100k mark. This position offers benefits such as medical, dental & vision insurance. Life insurance, retirement plans with 5% matching. PTO and sick leave are also included as well as profit sharing bonuses.

Your essential duties for this position would include the following:

Design: Develop, implement, and document control systems for automated equipment such as robotics, AGVs, vision systems, PLCs, and HMIs.

Problem-Solving: Address technical challenges by programming robots, writing PLC code from scratch, and working with various electrical control devices.

Innovation: Program machines, power them up, and debug to ensure they meet specifications using proven techniques.

Other Responsibilities: Develop project bill of materials, contribute to scope and specification meetings, and coordinate with the technical build group. Engage in a wide range of activities for professional growth, including industry-led technical training.

Please consider the following qualifications when applying:

Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or an Associate's degree with 3+ years of experience in controls engineering.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of related experience.

Skills:

Versatile knowledge across PLCs, HMIs, Robotics, Mechatronics, Motion Control, and Vision Systems.

Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD Electrical or SolidWorks Electrical for creating electrical schematics.

Strong understanding of electricity and industrial control circuits with the ability to develop electrical schematic drawings and program PLCs and HMIs.

Full fluency in Japanese is required.

Other Details

Travel opportunities to customer sites up to 10% - 20% of the time

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A Japanese company is on the lookout for a full-time Business Development Specialist to use strong and experiential marketing and new business development skills in order to lead & direct assigned projects related to factory automation, new technology and carbon neutrality.

The pay range for this position would be around the 72k-75-mark DOE and skills and the working location would be in the Georgetown, KY area.

This is a great opportunity to work for a growing organization, boost up your skills, and help the company grow.

The essential duties for this position would include:

·        Take a lead on new business development on factory automation, new technology, and carbon neutral related business activities.

·        Plans and conducts assignments generally involving the larger and more important projects.

·        Working directly with customers to achieve automation and Kaizen activities including introducing new technologies.

·        May act in liaison capacity with other departments, divisions and organizations.

·        Lead in generating or adapting equipment technology to serve user needs alongside vendors or partners.

·        Lead in troubleshooting determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

·        Lead analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.

·        Cost analysis and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

·        Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.

·        Applies comprehensive knowledge to complete significant assignments.

·        Other duties may be assigned.

Please consider the following qualifications:

·        A minimum of a four-year degree (Business degree preferred) and more than 1-3 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

·        Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PP & Access) as well as basic ability to conduct internet research

·        Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations in English. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals in English. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

·        Japanese speaking & writing skills is required.

·        Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

·        Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.  Ability to apply broad knowledge of principles, practices and procedures to complete difficult assignments.

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A Japanese Automotive Company is currently looking for a full time Executive Bilingual Japanese Administrative Assistant/Translator to join their team for their Franklin, KY location to provide high-level administrative and clerical support to the President and Vice President, Executive Staff and Expat support as outlined in the functions below.

Fluency in Japanese and English as well as a High School Diploma are required. A bachelor’s in business administration or related field is preferred.

The pay range for this position would be around the 50k-60k DOE and skills and it includes Medical and Dental insurance as well as sick leave and PTO.

If you are proficient in both Japanese and English, this is a great opportunity to boost both your translating/interpreting skills as well as your administrative related skills.

Your essential duties for this position would include the following:

·        Performs clerical and administrative tasks including emails, reports, and other documents for President/Vice President and Executive Staff

·        Arranges travel and accommodations for President/Vice President, visitors  and Expats and completes expense reports on their behalf.

·        Schedules and attends meetings on behalf of executives, translating as necessary, and taking notes

·        Reviews assigned, incoming communication on behalf of President/VP, reviews contents, determines importance, and summarizes and/or distributes contents to appropriate staff

·        Performs office tasks including maintaining records and performing basic review of information

·        Performs additional, related duties as assigned by Executives, President and Vice President

Please consider the following required skills:

• Fluent Japanese and English both written and spoken (proficient in business Japanese)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail skills, and time management skills
• Ability to function well in a fast paced, high-energy environment
• Extensive knowledge of office administration, clerical procedures and recordkeeping systems
• Able to type a minimum of 50 wpm
• Extremely proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software with the ability to learn new or updated software

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A Japanese Automotive Company located in the Franklin, KY area is currently on the lookout for a full time, fully onsite Accountant to joint heir team.

Job Summary: Provide financial information to management by tracking, maintaining, analyzing, and researching accounting data. They will substantiate compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the company's internal procedures and controls.

DOE and skill, the pay range for this position would be around the 50k-60k. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package as well.

Your essential duties for this position would include the following:

· Document financial transactions

· Audit documents to verify accuracy of financial transactions

· Perform analysis and reconciliation of accounts

· Follow up and document account variances

· Maintain accounting sub ledgers

· Create journal entries

· Prepare assigned reports accurately and in a timely manner

· Assist with external audit examinations

· Maintain compliance with internal procedures and GAAP

· Meet all deadlines and achieve company due dates

· Provide other analysis and ad hoc reports as required

Please consider the following qualifications:

· Associates degree or higher in accounting, or equivalent experience.

· 2+ years of previous work experience in accounting above the clerk level

· Strong analytical and accounting skills

· Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Excel

· Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

· Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment

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A Japanese Automotive Company is currently looking for a Full time, fully onsite Controls Engineer to join their team for their Berea, KY location.

The salary for this position will range from 60k-80k DOE and skills.

If you just graduated college with an Electrical Engineering or a in Computer Science and are looking to kickstart your career in a very modern and revolutionary environment that uses lots automation, AI and other cutting-edge technology is utilized in the work environment, this could be a great fit for you!!!

Job Description: This position provides technical expertise and engineering required to support the design, development, implementation, and verification of new processes and technology and continuous improvement to existing processes and technology, as directed by site PE Management.

The position may serve as a corporate resource to all Engineering staff and USMS management teams.

This position exercises independent judgment routinely and operates within established guidelines.

Appealing points:

- This position provides the right candidate with amazing benefits

- You get to work in environment with cutting-edge technology

- A lot of the processes done in this company are done using automated machines, so it’s a great opportunity to learn more about Factory Automation.

- You get to work for a famous company.

Some of your essential duties would include the following:

- Plan, coordinate, and implement new equipment and technology required for continuous improvement, as assigned by site PE Management.

- Preferred candidates are proficient in machine logic, vision, robotic logic, and CAD. Process emphasis will be high precision mechanical assembly, wire forming, welding, epoxy dispensing, and dimension/performance measurement systems.

- Develop periodic improvement plan and lead implementation for processes in an assigned product area or specific process technology to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and cost.

- Provide advanced technical support to other departments, as necessary, including downtime analysis, troubleshooting and resolution of area specific technology, process, or equipment issues.

- Identify process parameter variation, coordinate data collection, analysis, action planning for reduction, improvement verification, and technical summary reporting for review with the appropriate cross-functional team members and internal management.

- Effectively communicate with cross functional team, area management, related co-workers, contractors, vendors, and customers as required to ensure project schedule, budget, and planned results are achieved, with minimal impact to normal operations.

- Specify, source, and procure necessary tooling, equipment, and resources required to complete assigned projects within established guidelines.

- Provide technology transfer to Production technical staff and team members to support new process launches and process improvements, as required to meet company objectives.

- Support all business objectives of the company by aligning Production Engineering activities with the organizational goals and objectives.

- Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to work with all levels of staff required. The ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information is required.

- Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and following all regulations and requirements related to safety and environmental compliance.

- Responsible for following all safety and quality policy standards.

Qualifications:

- Knowledge and proficiency in programming (CC+, Python, etc.), PLC, embedded systems required.

- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and/or Computer Science required.

- Possess ability to develop and embed programming and perform duties utilizing current company software applications

- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills required.

- This position performs job duties in an ethical and professional manner.

- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

https://careers.hitachi.com/jobs/14819669-2nd-shift-production-supervisor

Description

Summary:

Under the direction of department management, exercises responsibility for execution of Production strategies and tactical plans at (HIAMS)AM sites. This position develops priorities and objectives in cooperation with each site management team and oversees implementation. Position serves as a corporate resource to all Production staff and management teams at all sites. This position exercises independent judgment routinely and operates within established guidelines.

Essential Functions:

Includes the following (other duties may be documented and assigned by local management and some duties may not apply dependent upon the requirements of the position at each specific (HIAMS)AM site and/or the strengths of the employee and the needs of the company):

Responsible for the effective operation of his/her work center or other assigned area under his/her control.

Specifically:

Quality improvement

Schedule attainment

Cost improvement

Employee training

Control of operating supplies for his/her area.

Safety of team members

Quality improvements

Schedule attainments

Team member process training

Controlling cost of process

Accomplish the tasks stated above through cultivation of the talents of his/her direct labor crews. Foster an atmosphere of cooperation and harmony while following approved policies.

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Possess ability to perform duties utilizing current company software applications. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills required. This position performs job duties in an ethical and professional manner. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent necessary. Associates Degree or additional vocational training preferred.

Experience:

At least 2 years prior related experience preferred.

*Job level determined by various factors such as organization size, responsibility, career stage, and capabilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervisory responsibilities may be possible to perform the job duties as designated by area management.

Physical Demands:

Required to sit or stand for long periods of time. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Ability to work 40 – 60 hours per week, including weekends and holiday work. Must be available to be on-call 7 days a week.

Travel:

Up to 10% domestic and international may be required as needed.

Work Environment:

Working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to office and laboratory areas.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to jobs@hitachi-automotive.us. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.

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A Japanese Trading Company specializing in a variety of tools for the manufacturing industry is currently looking for a full time, Sales Representative to join their team for their Lexington, KY location.

The salary range for this position would be around the 40k-55k +commission DOE and skills.

Are you interested in working for a Japanese company and looking to build a career in sales while learning this company’s ways? This company is looking for the right person to train and build up into a great salesperson.

Prior experience in sales is preferred, but not required. If you are a person who is looking to get into the sales industry, likes tools, is interested in the manufacturing industry or likes tinkering with cars, this might be a great opportunity for you.

Appealing Points:

- The company will train you to learn their craft and build you up to become a great salesperson in the manufacturing industry.

- Good benefits provided

- As it is a small company, it is easier to communicate with your coworkers in order to ask questions or doubts you might have during your training

- Japanese is not required, but any level would be a plus.

Qualifications:

- Basic PC skills (Microsoft software)

A Japanese Automotive Company is currently looking for a full time Quality Specialist to join their team for their Georgetown, KY location.

Job Description: This position is to support the quality related activities for global parts to identify customer requests and communicate with international suppliers. The support person will help to identify documents that are needed and retrieve them by due dates. Other roles are to identify customer complaints and support containment, root cause and countermeasures investigations from the supplier, and recovering any financial impacts from the responsible parts.

The salary range for this position would be between the 50k-55k mark DOE and skills.

This position highly desires candidates with previous Quality experience in the automotive field. However, it is not required. Prior hands-on experience with automotive parts in the automotive industry in any fashion is required.

Appealing Points:

· Previous experience in the automotive industry involving auto-parts (Ex: Line workers who have worked with auto-parts) can apply

· This position offers great benefits with low premiums

· Based on Performance, there are bonus opportunities.

· Educational Tuition Reimbursement offered.

· A chance to grow your career in a well-known automotive industry.

Qualifications:

A minimum of 3 years’ Automotive Manufacturing or Quality experience are highly desired.

Ability to read, interpret and comprehend quality documents. Effective written & verbal communications.

Familiarity with PPAP, SQAM, and other automotive quality standards are highly desired.

Must be self-motivated with a keen interest in problem solving in Manufacturing Quality.

Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint is highly desired.

Knowledge of Safety Data Sheets

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