General Laborer

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Concord, NC

About The Position

The General Laborer (Plant Associate) ensures waste is unloaded from vehicles, vehicles are decontaminated, and waste is staged for scanning and processing. The work must be performed safely and productively. The role operates in both indoor garage, shop, or gas plant conditions and outdoors, including in inclement weather, heat, and humidity. It is designated safety sensitive and requires strict compliance with safety rules and protocols. Ongoing employment may include drug and alcohol testing in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience; plant environment experience is preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively and understand and follow applicable health and safety directives, performance and conduct standards, policies, and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Unload waste from incoming vehicles and separate non-autoclavable waste for incineration.
Stage waste on the conveyor system or stack it properly for scanning in the Biotrack system.
Scan waste into the Biotrack system for recordkeeping.
Load autoclave bins or the incinerator hopper with waste for processing.
Place reusable containers on the tub wash line for decontamination.
Operate the tub wash unit, verify it is operating properly, remove and inspect clean tubs, and stack them for loading onto the assigned vehicle for reuse.
Operate the tub wash sprayer for oversized reusable tubs, verify it is operating properly, inspect the tubs, and stack them for loading onto the assigned vehicle for reuse.
Decontaminate the cargo-carrying portion of vehicles, reload reusable tubs, ensure there is no free liquid on the cargo floor, and inform the plant supervisor when the vehicle is ready to move from the dock.
Address housekeeping issues immediately, including cleaning spills, drying floors, and removing debris.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.