What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retail Packaging Machine Operator position at Hawaiian Host Group?
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, and Kapua Orchards. Sold in over 23 countries, HHG produces a suite of products ranging from flavored macadamia nuts to premium treats. 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!
\n- Starts, stops and adjusts SUB/Ultrapak packaging machines and supporting equipment to ensure optimum flow of nuts from package filler to casing, and palletizing.
- Assures there are proper levels of packaging materials and supplies to optimize operations.
- Conducts minor repairs, adjustments, and changeovers on key parts of equipment. Assists in major repairs and maintenance as directed.
- Cleans, lubricates, and inspects equipment in accordance with operating requirements, documents general maintenance tasks.
- Ensure package integrity, proper date-code and accurate counting for product, case and pallet.
- Monitors the operation of the scale systems, conducts weight checks, makes any necessary adjustments, and cleans scales as required.
- Keeps work areas and equipment clean, orderly, and sanitary in accordance with 5S Program practices.
- Directs work of packaging line crew members.
- Prepares and maintains necessary reports and accounting records for materials, supplies, finished goods, spillage, holdovers, etc.
- Performs all related barcode scanning duties for materials and finished goods, inputs related data into computer system.
- Reports major problems to shift supervisor.
- Ensures that all pallets of finished products are properly stretched wrapped.
- Performs related tasks as assigned.
- Regular attendance is required for the position.
- This position requires shift rotation.
- Observes all safety/health policies and procedures.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One (1) year mechanical or related experience.
- Two (2) years of electro-mechanical experience preferred.
- Must be able to use hand tools, power tools, copy machine, computer, calculator, conveyors, electronic controls and scale systems.
- Seldom: Crouching, stooping, twisting, pinching, gripping, wrist movement, repetitive motion, squatting, kneeling, climbing.
- Occasional: Finger dexterity, pushing/pulling up to 100 lbs.
- Frequent: Walking, reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.
- Constant: Standing, depth perception, full field.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors, customers, and co-workers.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, receive verbal and written instruction, and apply basic math skills.
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).
- Exposure to heat (up to 85 degrees F) and cold (up to 60 degrees F).
- Exposure to vibrations.
- May work at heights up to ten (10) ft.
- Exposure to dust, paints, thinners, Epoxy and lubricants.
- Exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards.
Hawaiian Host Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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Salary : $19 - $22