Warehouse Worker - Medical Waste

Shift

Shift: Monday - Friday; 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM;
Weekends Off + OT

The Plant Associate will ensure all waste is unloaded from vehicles, the vehicles are decontaminated, and waste is properly staged for scanning and processing. The individual will perform the duties in a safe and productive manner.

• Unload waste from incoming vehicles. Separate non-autoclavable waste to be incinerated.
• Stage waste on conveyor system or properly stack waste for scanning in the Biotrack system.
• Scan waste into the Biotrack system for proper record‑keeping purposes.
• Load autoclave bins or incinerator hopper with waste for processing.
• Place reusable containers on tub wash line for decontamination.
• Operate tub wash unit ensuring the wash unit is operating properly. Remove clean tubs from wash unit, inspect tubs and stack for loading onto assigned vehicle for reuse.
• Operate tub wash sprayer for oversized reusable tubs ensuring the unit is operating properly. Inspect tubs and stack for loading onto assigned vehicle for reuse.
• Decontaminate vehicle cargo‑carrying portion, reload assigned reusable tubs and ensure cargo‑carrying portion of vehicle does not have free liquid on the floor. Inform plant supervisor that the vehicle is ready to be moved from dock area.
• Ensure housekeeping issues, e.g., spills cleaned up, floor is dry, and debris not on floor, etc., are addressed immediately.
• Other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

A. Required Qualifications

• 1 year of experience, preferably in a plant environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and understand and follow health and safety directives and performance and conduct standards, policies and procedures that apply to the role and location.

B. Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License.

• Standing
• Lifting
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Reaching
• Grasping
• Talking
• Repetitive Motions
• Walking
• Hearing

This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.

The expected base pay rate for this position is $19.71/hr this rate represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. In addition, employees may participate in a Stock Purchase Plan, receive company match on 401(k), and receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.