Find & Apply For Waste / Recycling Worker Jobs in Saint Louis, Missouri

Operations Support Technician — Part-Time Agragene LLC St. Louis, MO Job Details Part-time From $20 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Biomedical waste Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) implementation Moving High school diploma or GED Manufacturing facility experience Attention to detail Laboratory standard operating procedures Safety standard operating procedures Standard operating procedures (SOPs) Full Job Description Operations Support Technician — Part-Time

Location:

Maryland Heights, MO

Employment Type:

Part-Time, Hourly,

Hours:

20-30 hours per week

Schedule:

Flexible hours based on operational needs (e.g., core hours between 9 AM and 2 PM, Monday-Friday) About Agragene Agragene is pioneering the next generation of precise, sustainable insect control to protect crops, support farmers, and strengthen the global food system. We envision a world where producers protect their crops and animals through eco-friendly biotechnology—creating a cleaner harvest and a healthier ecosystem for future generations. Learn more at agragene.com. Position Summary The Operations Support Technician provides essential day-to-day support to our insectary team. In this hands-on role, you will maintain a clean, safe, and fully stocked work environment so technical teams can operate efficiently. This role is ideal for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working around insects and in a laboratory setting. Whether you are looking for a reliable schedule during school hours, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a meaningful hands-on role in a clean environment, this position offers consistent part-time hours with a clear daily impact for a Company working on novel sustainable solutions for food production. Key Responsibilities Facility & Materials Preparation

• Wash, clean, sanitize, dry, and prepare reusable laboratory and insectary materials.
• Maintain cleanliness, order, and sanitation standards across insectary, prep, and common areas.
• Safely dispose of biological waste and routine trash following established safety protocols. Inventory & Operational Support
• Monitor, restock, and organize laboratory consumables, PPE, and operational supplies.
• Assist with receiving, labeling, and storing incoming inventory; assist with periodic inventory counts.
• Record cleaning routines, inventory movements, and preparation tasks in manual and electronic systems.
• Promptly report damaged equipment, missing supplies, or facility discrepancies to management.

Qualifications Required:

• Minimum high school diploma required.

Note:

This role is a great fit for candidates returning to the workforce, those pursuing a career change, or anyone looking for consistent, school-friendly hours.

• High attention to detail and proven ability to closely follow written standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to complete routine, repetitive tasks consistently and accurately.
• Comfort working in a biological laboratory and insectary environment.

Preferred:

• Prior experience in a lab, manufacturing, cleanroom, agricultural, or insectary setting.
• Experience with sanitization protocols, inventory tracking, or formal recordkeeping in a regulated environment. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods during shift.
• Ability to lift and move supplies up to 30lbs.
• Comfort working around biological materials, live insects, cleaning agents, and specialized lab equipment.

What Success Looks Like Success in this role means our technical and scientific staff never have to pause their work due to missing supplies, unwashed materials, or disorganized work areas. You take ownership of the environment and keep operations running seamlessly. How to Apply Please send your resume to with the subject line "Operations Support Technician — [Your Name]"

Pay:

From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person