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Medical Waste/Sharps Plant Operator - 1st Shift 7AM to 3PM
Daniels HealthUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 24 Mar 2026
💰 $40,000/yr
About the role
We are looking to hire a Plant Operator for our Daniels’ medical waste treatment facility in Easton, PA. A Plant Operator 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. The ideal Plant Operator is an individual who likes variety in their work and can think through practical problems.
925 Conroy Pl,
Easton, PA 18040
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Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Daniels Health conducts background checks and drug testing as part of the post‑offer hiring process.
What will your job involve?
- 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 team work!
What are we looking for?
- Previous experience in a warehouse labor-intensive job (repetitive lifitng of 50lbs to 75lb containers!!)
- Willingness to take a 5 panel urine drug screening
- Willingness to take a 7 year background check
- Basic math and ability to read/record weights accurately
- Familiarity with weighbridge/scale systems
- Comfort with repetitive tasks while maintaining quality standards
- Comfortable standing for extended periods and working in PPE
- Proven longevity with employers
- Can-do attitude!!
Why work for us?
- Job stability – as an essential service to healthcare we are non-seasonal and recession proof.
- Opportunities for overtime
- Consistent work hours- Monday to Friday 1st Shift (7AM-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 a set rate (non-Negotiable) of $20.00 per hour!
Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Daniels Health conducts background checks and drug testing as part of the post‑offer hiring process.
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