We are looking to hire a Lead Plant Operator for our Daniels’ medical waste treatment facility in Sturtevant. A Lead 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 candidate is an individual who likes variety in their work and can think through practical problems.
1340 Grandview Pkwy,
Sturtevant, WI 53177
What will your job involve?:
Supervises all production activities ensuring their successful completion
Loads and unloads trucks and trailers on site to ensure all transports are prepared in a timely manner for our next load
Prepares and packs customer orders for transport and moving trucks
Manages training and assists employees and new hires
Enforces a high standard of finish across all products with outstanding attention to detail
Adheres to budgets, time schedules and deadlines
Oversees and enforces OSHA requirements
Engages in root cause analysis for issues detrimentally affecting production
Manages the cleanliness of production area and facilities
Leads and motivates staff
Manages the allocation of resources for manufacture
Pushes continuous improvement in workplace safety, production efficiency, product cost & customer satisfaction
Promotes & maintains a clean workplace that is 'audit' ready at any given time
Supports Plant Supervisor with day to day operations and additional duties
What are we looking for?:
Can-do attitude – someone who is committed to the schedule and success of their team
Interest in and aptitude for mechanical work
1 + years of previous lead experience is preferred
Previous experience in a labor-intensive role
Excellent organization and problem solving skills
Ability to manage a wide variety of activities at the same time
Ability to plan, analyze and challenge team
Able to work cross functionally and collaboratively with many stakeholders
Solid understanding of all people related processes and procedures
Good understanding of customer deliverables and the impact of failure/cost of poor quality
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 – This position is Monday to Friday (2nd shift - 3pm to close)
Benefits – 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 $25 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.
