Medical Waste/Sharps Container Loader/Unloader - 1st Shift 10AM to 6PM

Daniels Health • Baton Rouge, LA

78d • $18 - $18

About The Position

We are looking to hire a Loader/Unloader for our Daniels' medical waste treatment facility in Baton Rouge, LA. A Loader/Unloader 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.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a labor-intensive job (repetitive lifting of 50lbs to 75lb containers)
• A can-do attitude committed to efficient, timely scheduling
• Proven longevity with previous employers

Responsibilities

• Weigh incoming sharps and regulated medical waste containers (using our Weighbridge)
• Load/operate our autoclave machine (a pressure chamber to melt materials)
• Load the Washsmart system (container washing + sanitization system)
• Drive a forklift and operate hand trucks once trained
• Lifting 55lbs and push a four-wheeled cart that weighs as much as 200lbs
• Provide attention to detail, especially with the paperwork required to process these items
• Standing for extended periods of time happily and comfortably
• Working well with a team because we are all about teamwork!

Benefits

• Job stability - as an essential service to healthcare we are non-seasonal and recession proof
• Opportunities for overtime - we always need extra hands on deck so overtime opportunities are plentiful
• Consistent work hours - Monday to Friday 1st Shift (5AM-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 $18.00 per hour

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Waste Management and Remediation Services
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees