Medical Waste Plant Operator - 1st Shift (Full-Time)

Daniels Sharpsmart; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Full-time permanent role

Set hourly rate

Job summary

Daniels Health & Sharpsmart in Gastonia, NC is hiring a full-time Plant Operator to manage medical waste processing. The role involves receiving waste, operating autoclave and Washsmart systems, forklift operation, and routine documentation.

Expect a fast-paced, physical environment with day-one benefits and steady hours from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Responsibilities include lifting up to 55 lbs, pushing carts up to 200 lbs, and maintaining safety and quality procedures while supporting a

Qualifications

• Requires ability to perform physically demanding work throughout a shift.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely after training.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Receive, weigh, and process incoming sharps and regulated medical waste containers.
• Operate autoclave system for medical waste treatment.
• Load and operate Washsmart container sanitization system.
• Safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment as needed.
• Lift containers weighing up to 55 lbs and push carts up to 200 lbs.
• Stand, walk, bend, reach and move materials throughout the facility.
• Complete required paperwork and maintain accurate processing records.
• Follow safety, quality, and compliance procedures.
• Collaborate with a hardworking team to keep operations running smoothly.

Skills

Physical labor

Hands-on work

Team collaboration

Tools

Forklift operation

Material handling equipment

Job description

Daniels Health & Sharpsmart in Gastonia, NC is hiring a full-time Plant Operator to manage medical waste processing. The role involves receiving waste, operating autoclave and Washsmart systems, forklift operation, and routine documentation.

Expect a fast-paced, physical environment with day-one benefits and steady hours from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Responsibilities include lifting up to 55 lbs, pushing carts up to 200 lbs, and maintaining safety and quality procedures while supporting a