Waste Processing Operator — Plant & Safety Focus

Stericycle; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

SteriCares access

SteriCurve University

Annual performance related pay review

Referral Scheme

Job summary

Stericycle in Bolton, UK is seeking a plant/processing operations team member to assist in the receipt, treatment and disposal of clinical waste, ensuring high plant availability and compliance with procedures. You will work on unloading, accurate weighing, and safe handling while supporting the Shift Supervisor.

This role requires reliability, the ability to work under pressure, and flexibility for shift patterns.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, reliable and enthusiastic.
• A team player, well able to work effectively under pressure.
• Good health record.
• Able to work on own initiative.
• Punctual.
• Demonstrate a flexible approach to hours including shift work.

Responsibilities

• Unloading of vehicles and trailers (site specific).
• The effective manoeuvring of waste on the plant and weighing of containers.
• To ensure that the waste containers are emptied, cleaned thoroughly and readily available in a suitable ‘empty’ storage area ready for collection.
• To co-ordinate the paperwork and reception of all deliveries to the plant, including that of suppliers and contractors.
• To oversee the safe handling into containers by the respective deliverer, in the event loose waste is delivered to the site.
• Operate fork Lift truck if required.
• To participate in plant shutdowns as necessary.
• To maintain company operational records and data, specific to the job function
• To draw attention to Management any major defects, concerns or problems to the equipment or building, prior to actioning.
• To work under the directions of and assist the Shift Supervisor and Plant Manager in his or her duties in the event of a breakdown or controlled stoppage.
• To observe and comply with all safety notice and signs and to ensure that all work is carried out in a safe and proper manner at all times.
• To attend training courses or instruction specific to the job as required.
• Additional duties as necessary to ensure safe compliance and continuation of operations of the plant.
• To comply with company health & safety procedures.

Job description

Stericycle in Bolton, UK is seeking a plant/processing operations team member to assist in the receipt, treatment and disposal of clinical waste, ensuring high plant availability and compliance with procedures. You will work on unloading, accurate weighing, and safe handling while supporting the Shift Supervisor.

This role requires reliability, the ability to work under pressure, and flexibility for shift patterns.