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Medical Waste Plant Operator - 2nd Shift (2PM-12:30AM) - 6589

Daniels Sharpsmart · Walton, KY

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. 
 
Learn more about our Plant Operator roles!

What will your job involve?

  • Weigh incoming sharps and regulated medical waste containers (using our Weighbridge)
  • Load/operate our autoclave machine (a pressure chamber to melt materials)
  • Load the Washsmart system (container washing + sanitization system)
  • Drive a forklift and operate hand trucks once trained
  • Lifting 55lbs and push a four-wheeled cart that weighs as much as 200lbs
  • Provide attention to detail, especially with the paperwork required to process these items
  • Standing for extended periods of time happily and comfortably
  • Working well with a team because we are all about team work! 
  • What are we looking for?

  • Someone with a can-do attitude who is committed to efficient, timely scheduling that has previous experience in a labor-intensive job (repetitive lifitng of 50lbs to 75lb containers!!)
  • A person with proven longevity with their employers that we can rely on!
  • 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 – Monday -Thursday 2:00PM-12:30AM - Saturdays/Overtime as needed
  •        Benefits – Full time roles are provided benefits, sick leave and vacation leave from day one
  •        Permanent position – This is a Full-time permanent role of 40 hours per week
  •        Competitive salary – This position is offering a rate of $20 per hour. 
  •        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
  • Operations pay context

    Based on 4,250 disclosed Operations salaries on RoleSuite, the role pays a median of $111K/year, with most offers between $82K and $145K (10th–90th percentile: $64K–$185K).

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