Are you known for exceeding expectations? Do you embrace the Spirit of Hawai‘i? Then please keep reading because we’re looking for people like you at Hawaiian Host Group.

Who are we? Hawaiian Host Group (HHG) is a leading Hawai‘i-based consumer goods company with a portfolio of brands that includes Hawaiian Host, Mauna Loa, MacFarms, KOHO, and Kapua Orchards. Sold in over 23 countries, HHG produces a suite of products ranging from flavored macadamia nuts to artisan chocolates, and macadamia milk-based ice cream. Our dedicated team of Hosts of Hawai‘i is spread across our headquarters in Honolulu and offices in Hilo, Kona, Los Angeles, and Tokyo. HHG has 3 manufacturing plants in Hawai'i, as well as the state's largest single macadamia farm.  

We are an excited team of people that all have one vision in common: sharing the Spirit of Hawai‘i with the world. Expect camaraderie, product tastings, and other (virtual and in-person) events that make our culture unique. And more importantly, know that your work contributes to our purpose; to make the Islands’ future flourish. We do this through our Takitani foundation that grants scholarships to deserving local students, our solar farm on the Big Island, and other social & environmental initiatives.

That’s enough about us for now, we’d love to learn more about you. Read the job description below and let us know if you’re interested. We can’t wait to meet you!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operates dump trucks and moves nuts between husker receiving pads.
• Operates forklift to unload supersacks and move equipment.
• Receives nut deliveries after being weighed by scale house.
• Applies first in first out priority to processing nuts on receiving pad unless different priority is determined by Husker Supervisor/Manager.
• Directs bag haulers and outside farmers/truckers to dump nuts in designated areas.
• Keeps receiving pads and surrounding areas clean.
• Keeps husk/dust cleared away from the cyclone tower and ensures it is available for Soil Plus.
• Loads, weighs and records husking trash from the Tomra and sorting conveyors as needed.
• Operates a front-end loader to push nuts up and around the husking pads as necessary for efficient unloading of deliveries.
• Routinely inspects husking vehicles and equipment for necessary maintenance and notifies maintenance of any necessary repairs.
• Manages fill level of WIH hopper as directed.
• Loads nuts into grizzly using front end loader.
• Cleans out grizzly and WIH hopper, as necessary.
• Performs related tasks as assigned.
• Regular attendance is required for the position.
• Must be able to work beyond scheduled work hours.

• Informs Husker Supervisor/Manager of any machinery or equipment issues.
• Helps to clean the husking station at the end of the shift.
• Provides assistance to the Husker Supervisor with normal operations as needed.
• Provides assistance to the scale house attendant with obtaining samples from outside deliveries.
• Provides support to the maintenance department when needed.
• Provides assistance to outside farmers with unloading deliveries.
• Observes all safety/health policies and procedures. 

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior related experience preferred.
• Must be able to use hand tools, including, but not limited to shovels, scrapers, and buckets.
• Experience operating power equipment, including but not limited to backpack blowers, weed whackers, and power washers preferred.
• Experience operating a forklift, front end loader, grizzly auger, and dump truck preferred.
• Must have a valid Hawaii Driver’s License.

• Seldom: Lying, crawling, pinching, kneeling, running/sprinting,
• Occasional:  Twisting, reaching overhead, squatting, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling more than 50lbs.
• Frequent: Walking, climbing, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 50lbs, gripping, wrist movement, repetitive motion, finger dexterity.
• Constant:  20/40 vision, depth perception.

• Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and receive verbal and written instruction.

• Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Exposure to noise (85 dB), vibration, outdoor weather, humid and wet conditions.
• Exposure to dust, dirt, gasoline, and diesel fuel.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, grease, and oil.
• Must be able to work at heights above 3 feet.
• Exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards. 

Hawaiian Host Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.