Plant Operator - Sharps

Our story began with a passionate idea that we could change the world.... And to be honest, we’ve never stopped believing that... In 1986 it was a simple concept that microbiology teamed with innovation and clinical contribution could eliminate an issue that was profoundly impacting the healthcare industry – HIV acquired through needle-stick injuries. In Australia, we lived out our dream. Investing years into R&D to create the safest containment system in the world and taking on the industry status quo to petition for higher standards in sharps protection, we witnessed an 80+ percent reduction in disposal-related needlestick injuries nationwide. And then we kept going... Our story began with a passionate idea that we could change the world.... And to be honest, we’ve never stopped believing that... In 1986 it was a simple concept that microbiology teamed with innovation and clinical contribution could eliminate an issue that was profoundly impacting the healthcare industry – HIV acquired through needle-stick injuries. In Australia, we lived out our dream. Investing years into R&D to create the safest containment system in the world and taking on the industry status quo to petition for higher standards in sharps protection, we witnessed an 80+ percent reduction in disposal-related needlestick injuries nationwide. And then we kept going...
Job Description The Plant Operator will be working day shift: Monday - Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm     Responsibilities:

• Manual handling (hand washing using a high-pressure power hose)
• Labor intensive activities Handling 45 pounds & operating machinery
• Managing a 10-point quality inspection of emptied medical collectors for re-use
• Managing inventory per manifests for delivery drivers
• Troubleshooting the washline system (container washing + sanitization system)
• Being crossed trained to manage our autoclave machine (a pressure chamber to melt materials)
• Adhering to safety codes and conduct

    Job Description The Plant Operator will be working day shift: Monday - Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm     Responsibilities:

• Manual handling (hand washing using a high-pressure power hose)
• Labor intensive activities Handling 45 pounds & operating machinery
• Managing a 10-point quality inspection of emptied medical collectors for re-use
• Managing inventory per manifests for delivery drivers
• Troubleshooting the washline system (container washing + sanitization system)
• Being crossed trained to manage our autoclave machine (a pressure chamber to melt materials)
• Adhering to safety codes and conduct

   

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• One year related experience or training or combination of experience and training, demonstrating strong communication skills and tact.
• Demonstrates communication skills and possesses the ability to complete all tasks within expectations
• Position requires extensive lifting, walking, bending, and pushing.
• Demonstrates knowledge of barcode scanning and basic computer skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Hazardous Materials and OSHA Regulations
 
• What are we looking for?
• Just a can-do attitude who is committed to the schedule, has previous experience in a labor-intensive job who we can rely on and ascend to become one of the leaders of our production team.  
• We are not seasonal, so our work is here to stay as we continue to grow across the country. We offer benefits, sick time and vacation time, a strong leader who is driven to success and a fast-paced team that needs you! We are a fast-paced environment so join the race today by applying within.

Why work for us? Job stability – as an essential service to healthcare we are non-seasonal and recession proof. Opportunities for overtime – we always need extra hands on deck so overtime opportunities are plentiful Consistent work hours – Monday– Friday position 8:00am to 4:30pm Benefits – Full time roles are provided benefits and vacation leave Permanent position – This is a Full-time permanent position with guaranteed 32 hours per week Competitive salary – This position is offering a rate of $18.00/hr Safe work environment – We supply above and beyond the standard PPE protocols for safe handling of medical waste – find out more about how we protect you at https://www.danielshealth.com/covid-19-employees   If this sounds like the role for you, or somebody you know then we look forward to speaking with you!
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.