Nut Picker
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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!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Responsible for picking nuts from the ground and collecting them in 35-pound bags.
- Must fill bag to proper level with acceptable kernel.
- Harvest all sound crop (acceptable kernel) which has fallen from the trees.
- While hand harvesting, exclude rocks, leaves, limbs, and rubbish.
- Must account for daily productions with numbered tags.
- Performs other work-related duties as needed.
- Must follow all company safety standards and procedures.
- Regular attendance is required for the position.
Education, Experience, and Skills Required:
- Must have the physical agility and strength to work in a squatted or stooped position for at least eight (8) hours.
- Must have vision (eyesight) strong enough to distinguish nuts from rocks.
- Must have adequate finger dexterity to grasp round nuts that are ¾ to 1 ½ inches in diameter.
- Must be able to work outdoors in variable weather conditions including but not limited to bright sun and light rain.
- Outdoor temperatures may range from 55-90 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Must be able to carry at least thirty-five (35) pounds for short distances.
- Must be able to walk on rocky hillside ground.
- Must have good communication skills and be able to follow verbal/written instructions.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
- Will be required to complete a thirty (30) day probation period.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Seldom: N/A
- Occasional: N/A
- Frequent:Squatting; stooping; crouching; kneeling; 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 35 lbs., ability to push and pull 35 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:N/A
- Frequent: The position requires talking to co-workers; responding to written or verbal requests of co-workers; receiving verbal instruction; receiving written instruction.
- Constant: This position requires receiving verbal instructions.
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 works in an outdoor environment and is exposed to outdoor weather conditions as well as to intense degree of noise, vibration, dust, and dirt when plant is in operation.
- 2.) The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. Hearing protection is required in areas where noise level is relatively high.
Transportation is available for employees living in the Ocean View, Nā‘ālehu, and Pāhala areas, with transportation provided to and from work!
Earn $16-$17/hour plus incentives for every bag picked beyond the daily target, with the opportunity to make up to $21/hour or more.
Hawaiian Host Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
HHG may communicate with candidates via text message regarding job applications and related recruitment activities. Text messaging is optional. For more information on how we use and protect your information, please review our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions:
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- Are you able to perform the essential functions of the position for which you are applying, with or without reasonable accommodation? Please refer to the job description before responding.
- Are you legally authorized to work in the U.S.?
- Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment authorization?
- At times, you could be asked to work overtime or on weekends. You could also be asked to work on holidays. Are you willing to work on these occasions?
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- Are you available to work the FIRST SHIFT Monday-Friday and occasional Saturdays (starting time is between 6:00AM - 7:00AM and depends on the position)?
- Are you available to work the SECOND SHIFT (starting time is between 2:30PM - 6:00PM and depends on the position)?
- Are you available to work as scheduled, on-time, Monday-Saturday, including overtime, evenings, holidays, etc. as needed?
- Do you have reliable transportation to and from work everyday?
- I certify that the information contained in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge, and understand that any false or misleading statements or omission, whenever discovered, regarding this application are grounds for disqualification from further consideration or for dismissal from employment.
- If employed by the Company I agree to conform to the guidelines and policies if the Company, and understand that MY EMPLOYMENT IS AT-WILL AND CAN BE TERMINATED AT ANY TIME AND FOR ANY REASON. I understand and agree that only the President of the Company has any authority to enter into any agreement to employ me for any specified period of time or to modify terms and conditions of my employment and such an agreement must be in writing and signed by the President. I consent to and authorize the Company to contact and obtain information from all references, employers and educational institutions listed, and to investigate any of the above information for purposes of verification. I hereby agree to hold the Company and its representatives harmless and release them from liability of any kind for any statements, acts or omissions in the course and/or as a result of its investigations in connection with this application.
- I understand and agree that I may be required to submit to drug testing, if I receive a conditional offer of employment. Upon request, I will sign all necessary consent forms to facilitate the drug testing process.
- I authorize the Company, if I receive a conditional offer of employment, to conduct an inquiry into my criminal conviction record for the past ten years (excluding periods of incarceration), including state and federal checks, to the extent permitted by law. I understand that the purpose of such inquiry is to determine whether I have a conviction record within the past ten years that bears a rational relationship to the duties and responsibilities of the position which I may be offered. Upon request, I will sign all necessary consent forms to facilitate the inquiry into my criminal conviction record.
- I understand and agree that an investigative consumer report may be made concerning my character, reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. I hereby consent to and authorize that such a report be made which may include information regarding my credit. Information as to the nature and scope of this report may be obtained upon written request.
- I understand and agree that all of the foregoing terms and conditions will become part of my employment relationship with the Company if I am employed by the Company.
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- Were you referred by a Hawaiian Host, Mauna Loa, or Kapua Orchards employee? If yes, enter their name. (Please list one referral only.)
- What is your desired hourly pay for this position? Please list a dollar amount.
- Are you currently residing in the city listed in the job posting? Please note that relocation assistance is not provided.
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