Production Supervisor​/Night Shifts

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, Mac Farms, KOHO, and Kapua Orchards. Sold in over 23 countries, HHG produces a suite of products ranging from flavored macadamia nuts to artisan chocolates. 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!

The Production Supervisor supports the Plant Manager, Production Manager and Production Supervisor in leading and supporting scheduling, staffing, training, and resource planning. This person will be a leader with analytical and mechanical skills, have an understanding and focus on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and a commitment to team development and operational excellence in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This position will also rotate between 1st and 2nd shifts to best support business needs.

• Supervise the production personnel to ensure production processes are executed on time and within budget.
• Provide recommendations to hiring, onboarding, and training of technical production employees to build and maintain a highly competent workforce.
• Coordinate and supervise aspects of production, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, staffing, training, and monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal standards, while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend strategies that enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and boost overall productivity.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional managers and supervisors to plan production schedules, allocate resources effectively, and resolve operational issues.
• Conduct research and operational studies to identify and implement more efficient production methods.
• Oversee shift scheduling to ensure balanced workload distribution and appropriate staffing across production lines.
• Monitor production teams to ensure adherence to health and safety protocols and maintain a safe working environment.
• Analyze production issues and recommend timely, effective solutions to minimize disruptions and improve workflow.
• Partner with the Quality Assurance team to ensure products meet established quality standards and specifications.
• Monitor and adjust production processes in real time to address problems and maintain operational flow.
• Track performance metrics to ensure daily, weekly, and monthly KPI (Key Performance Indicator) targets align with company goals.
• Work closely with 1st and 2nd shift managers to support consistent performance and team development.
• Uphold commitment to plant safety procedures and operate independently with strong business acumen.
• Possess a range of analytical and mechanical skills with a high tolerance for uncertainty in dynamic conditions.
• Fulfill any additional duties or projects assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach to meeting organizational needs.

• Must have an Associate (AA) degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a production manufacturing environment, with at least one (1) year of…