1st Shift Plant Operator (6AM)

Daniels Health; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Job summary

Daniels Health is hiring a Plant Operator for its medical waste treatment facility in Shakopee, MN. You will weigh, load, and operate waste treatment equipment, certify drums for reuse, and manage weights and paperwork with strict safety protocols.

The role emphasizes reliability, PPE handling, and teamwork in a 1st shift, full-time setting. Expect training opportunities and a stable, essential-services environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a labor-intensive, warehouse, industrial, or manufacturing role.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds safely and repeatedly.
• Willingness to take a 5‑panel urine drug screening.
• Willingness to undergo a 7 year background check.
• Comfortable around medical and universal waste with PPE.
• Proven reliability and tenure with previous employers.

Responsibilities

• Weigh incoming regulated medical waste containers using the weighbridge.
• Load and operate the autoclave waste treatment equipment.
• Recertify 55‑gallon drums for safe reuse.
• Count universal waste and add them to manifests.
• Lift and move 55-gallon drums, up to 75 lbs.
• Stand for extended periods in an industrial setting.
• Follow written processes and safety procedures.
• Complete paperwork accurately and double-check counts and labels.
• Spot and report issues with containers, paperwork, or equipment.
• Collaborate with teammates and supervisors to keep the plant running smoothly.
• Train others once competent in tasks.

Skills

Lift 50+ lbs safely

Weighbridge/scale familiarity

Read/record weights

Safety procedures

Teamwork / can-do attitude

Background checks / drug screening

Tools

Forklift operation

Weighbridge software

Job description

We are looking to hire a Plant Operator for our Daniels’ medical waste treatment facility in Shakopee, MN. 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.

Shakopee, MN

1087 Park Pl #150, Shakopee, MN 55379

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What will your job involve?

• Weigh incoming regulated medical waste containers using the weighbridge
• Load and operate the autoclave machine (waste treatment equipment)
• Recertify 55‑gallon drums for safe reuse
• Count universal waste (lightbulbs, batteries, etc.) and add them to manifests
• Lift up to 75 lbs and handle 55‑gallon drums throughout the shift
• Stand for extended periods in a non‑office, industrial setting
• Follow written processes and safety procedures every time
• Complete paperwork accurately and double‑check 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?

• Experience in a labor‑intensive, warehouse, industrial, or manufacturing job
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds safely and repeatedly
• Proven reliability and tenure with previous employers
• Comfortable working around medical and universal waste with PPE
• Willingness to take a 5 panel urine drug screening
• Willingness to take a 7 year background check
• Basic math and ability to read/record weights accurately
• Familiarity with weighbridge/scale systems
• Proven longevity with employers
• “Can‑do” attitude and commitment to safe, efficient work

Why work for us?

• Job stability – as an essential service to healthcare we are non-seasonal and recession proof.
• Consistent work hours- Monday to Friday 1st shift 6 AM - 2:30 PM
• 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 set rate (non-Negotiable) of $22.50 per hour!

$22.50 - $22.50 an hour

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 post‑offer hiring process.