Mechanic II

Hawaiian Host Group; Captain Cook (HI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Sick Leave

Company‑paid life & disability

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Employee product discounts

Job summary

Hawaiian Host Group is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain macadamia nut and food processing equipment. The role requires welding/fabrication skills, a valid Hawaii driver's license, and 5+ years of relevant experience.

You will operate lifts and use diagnostic tools while following PM schedules and safety standards. Responsibilities include inspections, troubleshooting, and installing control systems, with a need for flexibility in schedules and overtime as

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum five (5) years related experience.
• Two (2) years trade school or higher education and specialized training/certificates preferred.
• Must have welding/fabrication experience.
• Must be able to operate a boom and scissor lift.
• Must have a certificate for forklift and manlift operator.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must provide own hand tools.
• Electrical skills 110/460 a plus.
• Valid Hawaii Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair macadamia nut, food processing, and husking machinery/equipment.
• General facilities repairs as directed by the manager.
• Refer to drawings/diagrams/service manuals to install and maintain equipment.
• Inspect parts to detect defects and worn components; replace as needed.
• Troubleshoot machinery by observations and precision instruments.
• Follow PM program and lubricate/clean equipment per manufacturer specs.
• Service and calibrate instrumentation and control systems.
• Install sensing and control devices and wire/interconnect components.
• Request needed equipment, parts, and supplies.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests.
• Follow safety standards and procedures; work overtime as needed.
• Attend regularly and be flexible with shifts.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Computer skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

5 years related experience

Trade school or higher education

Tools

Forklift certificate

Manlift certificate

Boom lift operation

Job 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!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the maintenance and repair of various equipment, including but not limited to macadamia nut, food processing, and husking machinery/equipment.
• Responsible for general facilities repairs as instructed by the manager.
• Examines form and condition of parts to detect defective or worn parts; repairs and replaces defective parts.
• Refers to drawings, blueprints, diagrams, and service manuals to install and maintain company equipment.
• Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements, using basic mechanical, power, or hand tools, and other measuring instruments.
• Troubleshoots and locates sources of problems by observing machinery in operation, listening for problems, and using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Follows PM program and maintains machinery and equipment by lubricating and cleaning parts as recommended by the manufacturer’s specifications.
• Services, repairs, calibrates, aligns pneumatic, electronic, mechanical instrumentation and control systems, scales, etc.
• Locates and installs sensing, controlling, indicating, recording, etc. devices and equipment and interconnecting wiring, tubing, piping, conduit, cables, etc.
• Identifies and submits requests for needed equipment, parts, and supplies.
• Responds to emergency maintenance requests.
• Follows all company safety standards and procedures.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
• Must be able to work flexible schedules/shifts and overtime as needed.
• Regular attendance is required for the position.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Requires little to no supervision and is able to independently, through skill and experience, solve most problems related to work.
• Completes work in substantially less than average time for the respective trade and applies procedures and knowledge well.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when necessary.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum five (5) years related experience.
• Two (2) years trade school or higher education and specialized training/certificates preferred.
• Must have experience in welding/fabrication.
• Must be able to operate a boom and scissor lift.
• Must have a certificate for forklift and manlift operator.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must provide own hand tools.
• Electrical skills 110/460 a plus.
• Valid Hawaii Driver’s license required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Seldom: Lying, crawling, twisting, pinching, climbing, kneeling, running/sprinting.
• Occasional: Sitting, crouching/stooping, twisting, reaching, repetitive motion, squatting, climbing, balancing, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling > 50 lbs.
• Frequent: Standing, walking, using hands to finger, gripping, wrist movement, finger dexterity, reaching with hands and arms, working above 3 ft, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Constant: 20/40 vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, full field, high intensity light sensitivity, handle/feel objects, tools and controls.

COMMUNICATION DEMANDS:

• 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:

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 job functions.

• Exposure to heat, cold, noise (85+ dB), vibration, outdoor weather, humid and wet conditions.
• Exposure to dust, paint, smoke, gas, propane and fumes.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents, alcohol and boiler solutions.
• Exposure to herbicides and pesticides.
• May work at heights of up to 50ft.
• Exposure to electrical, chemical, mechanical and fire hazards.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work at elevated heights.

BENEFITS:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Sick Leave
• Company‑paid life & disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee product discounts

$27 - $33 an hour

Hawaiian Host Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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