Medical Waste Plant Operator — 1st Shift (Taylor, MI)

Daniels Sharpsmart; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Sick leave

Vacation leave from day one

Job summary

Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is hiring a Plant Operator for our Taylor, MI medical waste treatment facility. The role involves weighing incoming containers, operating the autoclave, loading drums, recertifying 55-gallon drums for safe reuse, and ensuring accurate paperwork.

The ideal candidate enjoys variety, can think through practical problems, and is comfortable working with PPE around medical waste. You must be able to lift 50+ pounds, stand long hours, and be available for the 2:30 PM–11:00

Qualifications

• Experience in labor-intensive or industrial settings is required.
• Able to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly and stand for long periods.
• Past reliability and tenure with previous employers.
• Comfortable working with medical waste and PPE.
• Willingness to pass a 5-panel drug screen and a 7-year background check.
• Basic math and ability to read/record weights accurately.
• Familiarity with weighbridge/scale systems.

Responsibilities

• Weigh incoming regulated medical waste containers using the weighbridge.
• Load and operate the autoclave machine.
• 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.

Skills

Physical stamina

Reliability

Attention to safety

Teamwork

Read weights

Math basics

Tools

Forklift operation

Weighbridge/Scale systems

Job description

Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is hiring a Plant Operator for our Taylor, MI medical waste treatment facility. The role involves weighing incoming containers, operating the autoclave, loading drums, recertifying 55-gallon drums for safe reuse, and ensuring accurate paperwork.

The ideal candidate enjoys variety, can think through practical problems, and is comfortable working with PPE around medical waste. You must be able to lift 50+ pounds, stand long hours, and be available for the 2:30 PM–11:00