1st Shift Plant Operator/Washline - Shakopee MN

Daniels Health•Shakopee, MN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Daniels Health is hiring a Plant Operator at its medical waste treatment facility in Shakopee, Minnesota. The role involves a variety of tasks, including checking in containers, verifying paperwork, moving and unloading specific waste containers, and operating equipment to process medical waste. The position suits someone who enjoys varied, practical work and can think through problems. Work takes place at 1087 Park Pl #150, Shakopee, MN 55379. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 4:30 AM to 1:00 PM, for 40 hours per week. This is a permanent, full-time position with a stated rate of $22.50 per hour. Overtime opportunities are available. Full-time roles receive benefits, sick leave, and vacation leave from day one. The company supplies personal protective equipment for safe handling of medical waste. Background checks and drug testing are conducted after an offer.

Requirements

A can-do attitude and commitment to efficient, timely scheduling.
Previous experience in a labor-intensive job.
A proven record of longevity with employers.
Ability to lift 55 pounds and push a four-wheeled cart weighing up to 200 pounds.
Ability to stand comfortably for extended periods.
Attention to detail, particularly with paperwork.
Ability to work well with a team.

Responsibilities

Weigh incoming sharps and regulated medical waste containers using a weighbridge.
Load and operate the autoclave machine, a pressure chamber used to melt materials.
Load the Washsmart container washing and sanitization system.
Drive a forklift and operate hand trucks after training.
Lift items weighing up to 55 pounds and push a four-wheeled cart weighing up to 200 pounds.
Pay close attention to paperwork required to process items.
Stand comfortably for extended periods.
Work collaboratively as part of a team.