2nd Shift Plant Operator (2PM to 10:30PM) - 6967

Daniels Health; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Daniels Health in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a Plant Operator for our medical waste treatment facility. The role involves weighing waste containers, loading an autoclave, operating Washsmart, and forklift duties with a strong emphasis on accuracy and teamwork.

The position is a full-time 2nd shift (2PM-10:30PM) with benefits from day one and ample overtime opportunities, offering a stable career in essential healthcare services at a fixed hourly rate of $18.50.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in a labor-intensive job with repetitive lifting of 50–75 lb containers.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Weigh incoming sharps and regulated medical waste containers (Weighbridge).
• Load/operate autoclave and wash systems (Washsmart).
• Drive a forklift and handle hand trucks after training.
• Assist with paperwork and ensure accuracy in documentation.
• Lift up to 55 lbs and push a 200 lb cart; work around heavy loads.
• Collaborate with teammates to maintain safe, efficient operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Heavy lifting

Tools

Weighbridge

Autoclave operation

Job description

We are looking to hire a Plant Operator for our Daniels’ medical waste treatment facility in West Palm Beach, FL. 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.

1044 26th Street,

West Palm Beach, FL 33407

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 to Friday 2nd Shift (2PM-10:30PM)
• 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 50 hours per week!
• Competitive salary – This position is offering $18.50 per 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.