Waste Operator - 1st Shift 7AM to 3PM

Daniels Health; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time benefits (sick leave &vac))

Overtime opportunities

1st shift 7AM-3PM (Mon-Fri)

Benefits from day one

Job summary

Daniels Health operates a medical waste treatment facility in Easton, PA, seeking a Plant Operator. The role includes checking in containers, moving waste, operating a forklift to load an autoclave, and ensuring accurate weight recordings.

The position requires reliability, a can-do attitude, and comfort with PPE. Offering a 1st shift, Monday–Friday schedule (7 AM–3 PM), full-time hours, and benefits from day one with opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience in a labor-intensive setting.
• Ability to perform basic math and accurately read/record weights.
• Familiarity with weighbridge/scale systems.
• Comfort with repetitive tasks while maintaining quality.
• Able to stand for extended periods and work in PPE.
• Proven longevity with prior employers.
• Can-do attitude and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Check in containers and double-check paperwork.
• Move/unload specific waste containers and operate a forklift to load an autoclave.
• Perform basic weight measurements and record data.
• Work on a day shift with standard hours.
• Adhere to safety and PPE protocols.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse labor

Basic math

Weighbridge/scale systems

Reading/recording weights

Standing for long periods

PPE compliance

Longevity with employers

Can-do attitude

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

We are looking to hire a Plant Operator for our Daniels' medical waste treatment facility in Easton, PA. 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.

925 Conroy Pl,

Easton, PA 18040

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What will your job involve?

• Previous experience in a warehouse labor-intensive job (repetitive lifitng of 50lbs to 75lb containers!!)
• 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
• Comfort with repetitive tasks while maintaining quality standards
• Comfortable standing for extended periods and working in PPE
• Proven longevity with employers
• Can-do attitude!!

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience in a warehouse labor-intensive job (repetitive lifitng of 50lbs to 75lb containers!!)
• Basic math and ability to read/record weights accurately
• Familiarity with weighbridge/scale systems
• Comfort with repetitive tasks while maintaining quality standards
• Comfortable standing for extended periods and working in PPE
• Proven longevity with employers
• Can-do attitude!!

Why work for us?

• Job stability - as an essential service to healthcare we are non-seasonal and recession proof.
• Opportunities for overtime
• Consistent work hours- Monday to Friday 1st Shift (7AM-3PM)
• 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 $20.00 per hour!

$20 - $20 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.