Plant Operator - 3rd Shift 9:30PM to 6AM

Daniels Health

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Walton, KY on site Until 10/4/2026 First posted August 5, 2026 Last posted August 5, 2026
Job description
We are looking to hire an operator for our Daniels’ medical waste treatment facility in Walton, KY. 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.
 
 
12035 Chandler Dr
Walton, KY 41094
 

What will your job involve?

  • Lifting 55lbs bins 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?

  • Must have a VALID driver's license!!
  • 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 – we always need extra hands on deck so overtime opportunities are plentiful
  • Consistent work hours- Sunday to Thursday 3rd Shift (9:30PM-6AM)
  • Benefits: Full time roles are provided benefits, sick leave and vacation leave from day one!
  • DIRECT HIRE – This is a Full-time DIRECT HIRE of 40 hours per week!
  • Competitive salary – This position is offering a set rate (non-Negotiable) of $21.00 per hour!
Who are we?
We are a healthcare service company providing safety systems and medical waste collection for hospitals, medical centers, surgical centers, nursing homes and an array of customers within the healthcare setting. Our focus is delivering quality and safety-focused medical waste management services that reduce needlestick injuries, positively impact infection control and reduce environmental burden. As a service to our customers we dispose and treat medical waste on site at our treatment facilities across the U.S.


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.

Compensation (from employer):
21–21 USD per-hour-wage

About this role

Summary

Operate waste treatment equipment, handle waste containers, perform weighing, and ensure paperwork accuracy.

Job title

Plant Operator - 3rd Shift 9:30PM to 6AM

Experience level

none

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Walton, KY; remote work not allowed

Salary

$21.00 per hour

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

driver's licenselabor experienceweighbridgebasic mathattention to detail

Preferred skills

teamworkrepetitive task management

Specializations

waste managementwarehouseautoclaveweighbridgelabor-intensive
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Walton, KY 41094, USA

On-site City