Assembler

Description

Come join the largest independent Medical Waste Service Provider in the country for an exciting position! We provide excellent customer service to local hospitals and healthcare professionals and represent one of the most prominent companies in the Medical Waste Industry. Join an economically stable industry that offers long-term career development across 35+ locations.

The Assembler position is responsible for assembling, preparing, inspecting, and packaging corrugated and plastic products in accordance with company quality and safety standards. This role supports daily production operations by assembling products to required specifications, performing quality checks, preparing completed products for shipment, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, stuff, tape, and prepare corrugated and plastic products according to specifications.
• Read and follow assembly instructions, product kits, and production documentation.
• Conduct quality checks on completed products and inspect team members’ work as needed.
• Lift, palletize, and prepare completed products for storage or shipment.
• Safely operate pallet jacks to move materials, products, and completed pallets.
• Use stretch wrap to secure pallets and approved tools to open boxes or cut plastic wrap and straps.
• Assist with hand-unloading trucks and stacking incoming materials onto pallets as needed.
• Handle products and materials weighing approximately 17–25 pounds.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including proper disposal of production waste.
• Follow all production, quality, and safety procedures; report defects, shortages, or other concerns to a supervisor.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred; production, assembly, warehouse, packaging, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow assembly instructions, work packets, and product specifications.
• Ability to complete repetitive assembly and packaging tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to safely use basic production and material-handling equipment, including box cutters, pallet jacks, and stretch wrap.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while following company safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive physical work, including bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to regularly lift and handle materials up to 50 pounds and assist with truck unloading and palletizing as needed.
• Must successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings.

Why Join Sharps

Sharps Medical Waste Services offers a mission-driven, collaborative environment where employees contribute directly to meaningful operational impact. In this role, you will play a central part in maintaining financial integrity, supporting audits, and enabling data-driven decisions that help Sharps grow and scale responsibly. You will gain exposure to cross-functional operations and the opportunity to help implement innovative finance processes.

EEO Statement

Sharps Medical Waste Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.