1st Shift Plant Operator (6AM)
About The Position
Daniels Health is hiring a Plant Operator at its medical waste treatment facility in Shakopee, Minnesota. The role includes checking in and weighing incoming regulated medical waste containers, verifying paperwork, moving and unloading containers, and operating a forklift and autoclave. Operators also recertify 55-gallon drums for reuse and count universal waste items for manifests. This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone who can work through practical problems, follow processes, and contribute to safe and efficient plant operations. The position is full-time and permanent, with 40 hours per week on a Monday-to-Friday first shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Work takes place in a non-office industrial setting and involves standing for extended periods, handling drums, and lifting up to 75 pounds. The stated pay rate is $22.50 per hour. Full-time roles include benefits, sick leave, and vacation leave from day one.
Requirements
- Experience in a labor-intensive, warehouse, industrial, or manufacturing job.
- Ability to safely and repeatedly lift 50 pounds or more.
- Reliability and a record of tenure with previous employers.
- Comfort working around medical and universal waste while using personal protective equipment.
- Willingness to undergo a five-panel urine drug screening.
- Willingness to undergo a seven-year background check.
- Basic math skills and ability to read and record weights accurately.
- A can-do attitude and commitment to safe, efficient work.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with weighbridge or scale systems.
Responsibilities
- Weigh incoming regulated medical waste containers using the weighbridge.
- Load and operate the autoclave machine used for waste treatment.
- Recertify 55-gallon drums for safe reuse.
- Count universal waste, such as lightbulbs and batteries, and add it to manifests.
- Lift up to 75 pounds and handle 55-gallon drums throughout the shift.
- Stand for extended periods in a non-office industrial setting.
- Follow written processes and safety procedures consistently.
- Complete paperwork accurately and double-check counts and labels.
- Promptly identify and report issues with containers, paperwork, or equipment.
- Work with teammates and supervisors to keep the plant operating smoothly.
- Help train others after becoming competent in specific tasks.
Benefits
- Benefits provided to full-time roles from day one.
- Sick leave from day one.
- Vacation leave from day one.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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