At Daniels Health, we're looking for a Lead Plant Operator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing leadership with hands-on operational work. This is not a desk-based supervisory role. As a working team lead, you'll spend your day actively supporting plant operations while helping guide, train, and motivate the team to achieve production, safety, and quality goals. You'll lead by example, rolling up your sleeves alongside your team to unload trucks, operate equipment, process medical waste, troubleshoot operational issues, and keep the facility running efficiently. If you're someone who enjoys variety, takes ownership, and can confidently step into both leadership and operational responsibilities, we'd love to hear from you.   Plant location: 1340 Grandview Pkwy, Sturtevant, WI 53177   WHAT WILL YOUR JOB INVOLVE? As a Lead Plant Operator, you'll be a key contributor to the day-to-day success of our plant operations, combining frontline leadership with hands-on execution. LEADERSHIP & TEAM SUPPORT Serve as the on-shift lead, coordinating daily production activities and helping ensure operational goals are achieved Coach, train, and support team members and new hires to promote safety, quality, and productivity Lead by example, fostering a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment Support the Plant Supervisor with daily operations, staffing priorities, and additional operational needs Promote a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence HANDS-ON OPERATIONS Load and unload trucks and trailers to maintain efficient material flow throughout the facility Verify incoming materials, containers, and documentation for accuracy and compliance Prepare, stage, and process customer orders for transportation Operate forklifts and other equipment to move materials safely and efficiently Load autoclaves and assist with the treatment of medical waste Assist with troubleshooting production challenges and participate in root cause analysis when issues arise SAFETY, QUALITY & FACILITY MANAGEMENT Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and all company safety procedures Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready facility at all times Drive high standards of quality and attention to detail throughout the operation Monitor resources, workflows, and production schedules to maximize efficiency Help identify opportunities to improve safety, productivity, customer satisfaction, and operational costs WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? * A positive, can-do attitude and a strong commitment to supporting your team * Previous experience in a lead, crew lead, or team lead capacity preferred * Experience working in a hands-on, labor-intensive, warehouse, manufacturing, transportation, or industrial environment * Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot practical problems * Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills * Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced operation * Comfortable leading others while remaining actively involved in daily tasks * Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and departments * Understanding of safety procedures, employee processes, and operational best practices * A focus on quality, customer service, and continuous improvement 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 $27.50 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.