General Laborer

Waste Management, Inc.•Dunkirk, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The 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 outdoor conditions, including inclement weather, heat, and humidity. It is designated safety-sensitive and requires compliance with safety rules and protocols; drug and alcohol testing may occur as an ongoing employment requirement. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The listed pay rate is $19.75, and the posting includes a $250 boot allowance. WM describes opportunities for growth through education assistance, paid on-the-job training, and career progression. Eligible employees receive a total compensation package, with benefits varying by site.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience, preferably in a plant environment.
Ability to communicate effectively and understand and follow applicable health and safety directives, performance and conduct standards, policies, and procedures.
Ability to meet the physical demands of standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, grasping, talking, repetitive motions, walking, and hearing.
Strict compliance with safety rules and protocols; successful candidates may be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Valid driver's licence.

Responsibilities

Unload waste from incoming vehicles and separate non-autoclavable waste for incineration.
Stage waste on a conveyor system or stack it 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, 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, inspect the tubs, and stack them for loading onto the assigned vehicle for reuse.
Decontaminate vehicle cargo areas, reload assigned reusable tubs, ensure there is no free liquid on the cargo-area floor, and inform the plant supervisor when the vehicle is ready to leave the dock area.
Address housekeeping issues immediately, including cleaning spills, keeping floors dry, and removing debris.
Perform other assigned duties and responsibilities.