Hawaiian Host Group
consumer goods
MachineOperator
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“Machine Operator at Hawaiian Host Group. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement, Operates candy making, nut processing and related production and packaging machinery, Performs startup and shutdown, Ensures that the machinery functions according to specifications, Loads and operates chocolate, nut roasting, nut handling and inspection, box forming, and finish-packaging machinery, Perf”
Industry & Context.
Monitors any deviation in the machinery and/or equipment and makes adjustment(s) accordingly
Ability to reach, grasp, handle at a machine-paced level of activity, Ability to lift 50 lbs., Ability to push and pull 100 lbs., Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, stooping, kneeling, stair climbing, pulling, walking, climbing, forward twisting, side overhead grasping, use of hands, finger eye-hand-foot handle or feel objects, tools, or reach with hands, talk or hear
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school graduate or GED or equivalent work experience/training, TB certificate from a valid medical provider as required by the State of Hawaii, Dept. of Health, One (1) year experience in a production operation, Good communication skills, Ability to read manuals and instructions for machinery & equipment, Ability to understand and follow directions as given, Ability to reach, grasp, handle at a machine-paced level of activity, Ability to read instructions in English at a high school level
What You'll Do.
Operates candy making
nut processing and related production and packaging machinery
Performs startup and shutdown
Ensures that the machinery functions according to specifications
Loads and operates chocolate
nut handling and inspection
and finish-packaging machinery
Performs and monitors startup and shutdown procedures of machinery
Adjusts machinery/equipment for different products as needed
Monitors any deviation in the machinery and/or equipment and makes adjustment(s) accordingly
Performs as production crew for various production lines such as packing and box
Provides materials handling and logistical support for all production and packaging activities
Cleans up machinery after shift
Provides repair and maintenance support as needed
Assists with off-season cleaning
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
talking to co-workers; responding to written or verbal requests of co-workers; receiving verbal; receiving written; talking to outside trade persons/vendors; verbal communication to outside trade persons/vendors; supervising written communication to co-workers; training/giving verbal; visiting/working at different worksites
Communication Scope
Good communication skills; Ability to read manuals and instructions for machinery & equipment; Ability to understand and follow directions as given; Ability to read instructions in English at a high school level; talking to co-workers; responding to written or verbal requests of co-workers; receiving verbal; receiving written; talking to outside trade persons/vendors; verbal communication to outside trade persons/vendors; supervising written communication to co-workers; training/giving verbal; visiting/working at different worksites
Full Job Description
## Description 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! Shift starts at 2:30 PM ## POSITION SUMMARY Under the supervision of the Production Manager, Supervisor and Leads, operates candy making, nut processing and related production and packaging machinery processes; performs startup and shutdown procedures; and ensures that the machinery functions according to specifications. ## ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Loads and operates chocolate, nut roasting, nut handling and inspection, box forming, and finish-packaging machinery. Performs and monitors startup and shutdown procedures of machinery. Adjusts machinery/equipment for different products as needed. Monit
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