Warehouse Worker

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!

POSITION SUMMARY:   Under the direction of the Assistant Warehouse Manager, the Warehouse Worker is responsible for distributing, transporting, and keeping track of products, materials, supplies, and equipment within the warehouse. The Warehouse Worker selects products to create and stack orders on pallets for delivery, and handles the receipt, transfer, and storage of raw materials, dry goods, supplies, and finished products in designated warehouse areas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Locates products and builds stacks on pallets to fulfill sales orders for delivery using scanning equipment.
• Prepares deliveries by organizing loads according to approved product orders, completing appropriate documentation, and loading vehicles.
• Loads and unloads items such as raw materials and supplies from ocean and air containers.
• Loads, moves, and/or stores supplies, finished goods, and other items in designated areas.
• Properly operates forklifts (both sit-down and stand-up types) while adhering to procedures, guidelines, and regulations.
• Maintains cleanliness of the work area, forklifts, and warehouses.
• May determine methods of storage, identification, and stock location, considering factors like temperature, humidity, height, weight limits, and required space.
• Performs all duties and maintains standards in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Completes any other work-related tasks as assigned.
• Regular attendance is required for the position.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience/training.
• A minimum of six (6) months of warehouse experience is required.
• Must have basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, and multiplication, as well as verbal reasoning and reading comprehension.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, along with strong interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience in operating warehouse equipment, including but not limited to hand trucks, forklifts, and pallet jacks.
• Must be able to obtain forklift certification within six (6)months of being hired.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Seldom: N/A
• Occasional: Squatting; stooping; crouching; kneeling; and stair climbing.
• Frequent: Pushing; pulling; standing; walking; sitting; climbing; bending; forward reaching; twisting; side bending; overhead reach; grasping; use of hands, finger dexterity; eye-hand-foot coordination; handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; ability to lift 60 lbs., ability to push and pull 100 lbs., and talk or hear.
• Constant: Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

COMMUNICATION DEMANDS:

• Seldom: N/A
• Occasional: The position requires talking to outside trade persons/vendors; verbal communication to outside trade persons/vendors; supervising others; written communication to co-workers; training/giving verbal instructions; visiting/working at different worksites.
• Frequent: The position requires talking to co-workers; talking on the telephone; responding to written or verbal requests of co-workers; receiving verbal instruction; reading and receiving written instruction; writing/composing written language.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• 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.
• 1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is generally in an office environment, production floor or warehouse and may be exposed to weather conditions during delivery process.
• 2. The noise level in the work environment is usually light; sometimes moderate in some of the production areas.