Waste Warehouse Worker - 1st Shift 9AM to 5PM

Daniels Health; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Daniels Health in Dothan, AL is hiring a Plant Operator for our medical waste treatment facility. The role includes handling containers, weighing materials, moving loads, and operating a forklift to load an autoclave, as well as loading the Washsmart system.

The ideal candidate enjoys variety and can think through practical problems. Expect a full-time schedule with steady hours and a focus on safety and accuracy in paperwork and processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse or labor-intensive role.
• Willingness to pass a 5-panel drug screen.
• Willingness to pass a background check up to 7 years.
• Ability to read/record weights accurately.
• Familiarity with weighbridge/scale systems.
• Comfort with PPE and standing extended periods.
• Proven longevity with employers.
• Can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lifting 55lbs bins and moving a 200lbs cart.
• Weigh incoming containers.
• Load/operate autoclave machine.
• Load the Washsmart system.
• Maintain accurate paperwork for containers.
• Stand for extended periods while working.
• Collaborate effectively with a team.

Skills

Lifting heavy objects

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Paperwork accuracy

Basic math

Standing for long periods

Tools

Forklift

Weighing systems

Job description

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

210 Speigner St.

Dothan, AL 36303

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What will your job involve?

• Lifting 55lbs bins and push a four-wheeled cart that weighs as much as 200lbs
• Weigh incoming sharps and medical waste containers
• Load/operate our autoclave machine (a pressure chamber to melt materials)
• Load the Washsmart system (container washing + sanitization system)
• Provide attention to detail with the paperwork required to process containers
• Standing for extended periods of time happily and comfortably
• Working well with a team!

What are we looking for?

• 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!!

Why work for us?

• Job stability - as an essential service to healthcare we are non-seasonal and recession proof
• Consistent work hours- Full Time - Monday to Friday 1st Shift(9AM to 5PM)
• Benefits: Full time roles are provided benefits, sick leave and vacation leave from day one!
• Permanent position - This is a Full-time DIRECT HIRE role of 40 hours per week!
• Competitive salary - This position is offering a set rate (non-Negotiable) of $18.00 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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.