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Medical Waste/Sharps Container Operator - 1st Shift 6AM to 2:30PM

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Daniels Health

Houston, TX (In Person)

$39,520 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 10 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/29/2026

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Job Description

We are looking to hire a Plant Operator for our Daniels' medical waste treatment facility in Houston, TX. 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. 4660 World Houston Pkwy Suite #150, Houston, TX 77032 Check this out on our YouTube!
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//www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWtdGsP78ho What will your job involve? Lifting 55lbs and push a four-wheeled cart that weighs as much as 200lbs Weigh incoming sharps and medical waste containers Load/operate our autoclave machine (a pressure chamber to melt materials) Load the Washsmart system (container washing + sanitization system) Provide attention to detail with the paperwork required to process containers Standing for extended periods of time happily and comfortably Working well with a team! 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 (6AM-2:30PM)
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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 $19.00 per hour! We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.