2nd Shift Plant Operator: Medical Waste & Autoclave

Daniels Sharpsmart Inc; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Sick leave

Vacation leave from day one

Permanent position

Job summary

Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is seeking a Plant Operator for our Shakopee, MN facility. The role includes weighing waste, operating autoclave equipment, recertifying drums, and managing universal waste with proper PPE. You will work on a 2nd shift, 1PM–9PM, in a non-office, industrial setting.

The position requires reliability, the ability to lift heavy loads, and a keen eye for accurate paperwork and safety procedures. This is a full-time, on-site role with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in a labor-intensive, warehouse, industrial, or manufacturing job.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds safely and repeatedly.
• Comfortable working around medical and universal waste with PPE.
• Familiarity with weighbridge/scale systems.

Responsibilities

• 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 and add to manifests.
• Lift up to 75 lbs and handle 55-gallon drums throughout the shift.
• 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.
• Work with teammates and supervisors to keep the plant running smoothly.
• Train others once competent in tasks.

Skills

Experience in labor-intensive work

Able to lift 50+ lbs

PPE around medical waste

Attention to detail in paperwork

Tools

Weighbridge/scale systems

Job description

Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is seeking a Plant Operator for our Shakopee, MN facility. The role includes weighing waste, operating autoclave equipment, recertifying drums, and managing universal waste with proper PPE. You will work on a 2nd shift, 1PM–9PM, in a non-office, industrial setting.

The position requires reliability, the ability to lift heavy loads, and a keen eye for accurate paperwork and safety procedures. This is a full-time, on-site role with comprehensive benefits.