Y. Hata & Co. is hiring: NIGHT LOADER in Honolulu

Overview

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: $17.00 per hour

Position Summary Description

Loads refrigerated trucks for established routes. Responsible for ensuring trucks are loaded accurately based on routing schedule, meeting target delivery departure times, checking product integrity and quality standards for pallet build are met before loading.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates pallet jack to load product onto trucks for delivery to customer locations.
• Checks product quality and minimizes damages prior to loading for delivery.
• Confirms orders are stacked according to company standards and orders are loaded to the correct delivery trucks.
• Notifies supervisors of any damages or discrepancies in orders immediately.
• Ensures all products are free from improper or unsafe stacking.
• Follows established safety standards for proper food handling.
• Responsible for general housekeeping in the loading docks and warehouse.
• Performs similar and related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Uses the Company’s Mission/Vision Statements and Core Values as their guiding principles

Qualifications

• Education/Training and Experience
• Six months to one year experience of distribution or warehouse experience, preferably in the foodservice industry.
• Must be able to successfully complete in-house forklift certification test.

Physical Demands

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

Days/Hours of Work

Position hours are Sunday through Friday during regular night business hours. Frequent work outside of normal business hours are required.

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.