DAY WAREHOUSE SPECIALIST I

RiseMe; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rewarding Compensation

Your Health Matters

Time to Recharge

More Than Just Perks

Investing in You

Plan for Tomorrow

Job summary

Y. Hata & Co., Limited is hiring for a warehouse associate in Hawaiʻi. Starting pay ranges from $17 to $20 per hour with a schedule of Monday to Wednesday, Friday & Saturday, 7:00am to 3:30pm. The role includes unloading freight, palletizing items, and moving pallets within the warehouse.

Ideal candidates have six months to one year of warehouse or distribution experience. The company emphasizes a values-driven culture and opportunities for growth within a long-standing Hawaiʻi business.

Qualifications

• Six months to one year experience of distribution or warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

• Unloads containers of incoming freight and palletizes items for placement into warehouse.
• Uses manual pallet jack to move pallets to receiving dock.
• Builds pallets according to company standards.
• Sorts products and groups like items together, by product number or description of cases.
• Removes packing materials and cleans out empty containers.
• Ensures all products are free from damage and/or pest infestation.
• Follows established safety standards for proper food handling.
• Responsible for general housekeeping in the warehouse.
• Performs similar and related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Pallet jack operation

Tools

Pallet jack

Job description

For over 111 years, Y. Hata has proudly supported Hawaiʻi’s foodservice industry as a trusted, locally owned, family-run business. Our legacy is built not only on excellence, but on lasting relationships, tradition, and a deep commitment to our community.

At Y. Hata, we’re dedicated to providing a purpose-driven workplace where every team member is embraced as part of our ʻOhana, and where dedication and heart are met with opportunity, support, and growth. As we continue to grow, our focus remains on cultivating a positive, engaging culture rooted in our Core Values — one where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to thrive.

If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact and grow with purpose, we invite you to become part of the next chapter in our legacy of heart and excellence.

Starting Pay: $17 to $20 per hour

Work Schedule: Monday to Wednesday, Friday & Saturday, 7:00am to 3:30pm

Position Summary Description:

Unloads containers of incoming freight and palletizes items for placement into warehouse.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Unloads containers of incoming freight and palletizes items for placement into warehouse.
• Uses manual pallet jack to move pallets to receiving dock.
• Builds pallets according to company standards.
• Sorts products and groups like items together, by product number or description of cases.
• Removes packing materials and cleans out empty containers.
• Ensures all products are free from damage and/or pest infestation.
• Follows established safety standards for proper food handling.
• Responsible for general housekeeping in the warehouse.
• Performs similar and related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Uses the Company’s Mission/Vision Statements and Core Values as their guiding principles.

Qualifications:

Six months to one year experience of distribution or warehouse experience, preferably in the foodservice industry.

Physical Demands:

Frequently required to lift and carry objects weighing up to 100 lbs.

Why You’ll Love Working at Y. Hata

We believe our employees deserve more than just a paycheck. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your well-being, growth, and success — both on and off the job.

• Rewarding Compensation – Competitive pay, merit increases, and flexible pay options.
• Your Health Matters – Robust medical, vision, and life insurance; EAP support.
• Time to Recharge – PTO, paid holidays, and floating holidays.
• More Than Just Perks – Paid parking, safety gear, uniforms, celebrations, discounts.
• Investing in You – Tuition assistance and development opportunities.
• Plan for Tomorrow – 401(k), Roth 401(k), and After-Tax 401(k) with company match.

Y. Hata & Co., Limited is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.