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Medical Waste Containers - Plant Operator - 1st shift (6am-2:30pm) - 6663 in Walton, Kentucky at Daniels Health

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Daniels Health
Walton, Kentucky, 41094, United States
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Medical Waste Containers - Plant Operator - 1st shift (6am-2:30pm) - 6663

We are looking to hire a Plant Operator for our Daniels’ medical waste treatment facility in Walton, KY. A Plant Operator has a widely varying role, from checking in containers, double checking paperwork, moving/unloading specific waste containers, and operating a forklift to load an autoclave. The ideal Plant Operator is an individual who likes variety in their work and can think through practical problems.
What will your job involve?
  • Weigh incoming regulated medical waste containers using the weighbridge
  • Load and operate the autoclave machine (waste treatment equipment)
  • Recertify 55gallon drums for safe reuse
  • Count universal waste (lightbulbs, batteries, etc.) and add them to manifests
  • Lift up to 75 lbs and handle 55gallon drums throughout the shift
  • Stand for extended periods in a nonoffice, industrial setting
  • Follow written processes and safety procedures every time
  • Complete paperwork accurately and doublecheck counts and labels
  • Spot and report issues with containers, paperwork, or equipment right away
  • Work closely with teammates and supervisors to keep the plant running smoothly
  • Help train others once you are competent in specific tasks
What are we looking for?
  • “Cando” attitude and commitment to safe, efficient work
  • Experience in a laborintensive, warehouse, industrial, or manufacturing job
  • Proven reliability and tenure with previous employers
  • Ability to lift 50+ pounds safely and repeatedly
  • Forklift certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • Comfortable working around medical and universal waste with PPE
  • Able to stay productive without constant supervision and look for the next task
  • Takes ownership when something is wrong and follows through on corrections
  • Works respectfully with coworkers and leaders, even under pressure
  • Looking for stable, longterm work to support personal and family responsibilities
Why work for us?
  • Job stability – as an essential service to healthcare we are non-seasonal and recession proof.
  • Opportunities for overtime – we always need extra hands on deck so overtime opportunities are plentiful
  • Consistent work hours- 1st shift/Full Time Monday-Friday (6:00am-2:30pm)
  • Benefits – Full time roles are provided benefits, sick leave and vacation leave from day one
  • Permanent position – This is a full-time direct hire role of 40 hours per week
  • Competitive Pay!!! – $19/hr
  • Safe work environment – We supply above and beyond the standard PPE protocols for safe handling of medical waste – find out more about how we protect you at https://www.danielshealth.com/covid-19-employees
Who are we?
We are a healthcare service company providing safety systems and medical waste collection for hospitals, medical centers, surgical centers, nursing homes and an array of customers within the healthcare setting. Our focus is delivering quality and safety-focused medical waste management services that reduce needlestick injuries, positively impact infection control and reduce environmental burden. As a service to our customers we dispose and treat medical waste on site at our treatment facilities across the U.S.


Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Daniels Health conducts background checks and drug testing as part of the postoffer hiring process.

$19 - $19 an hour

Job Location

Walton, Kentucky, 41094, United States

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