Shred Specialist - Mon–Fri 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Vital Records Control (VRC); Colonial Heights (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vital Records Control (VRC) in Colonial Heights, VA is hiring a Shred Specialist to assist in receiving, segregating, and loading wastepaper into shredders while supporting standard warehouse tasks to keep daily shredding on schedule.

The role requires strong communication with customers and coworkers, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to handle fast-paced operations. Prior warehouse or manufacturing experience and forklift familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred.
• Six months of forklift driving preferred.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 75 pounds repeatedly.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with safety and security in mind.

Responsibilities

• Assist in unloading and staging shredded paper, media, and product from VRC trucks at the branch.
• Operate and maintain shredding and baling machinery at the branch.
• Ensure all paper bales are staged or loaded for shipment as required.
• Perform shredding operations in support of VRC's off-site shredding program.
• Operate forklifts and perform preventative maintenance on forklifts as required.
• Maintain a clean and safe working area according to VRC and NAID standards.
• Perform weekly, monthly and yearly preventative maintenance on all equipment.
• Maintain a responsible approach to all security and safety matters related to the operation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Team player

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalence

Tools

Forklift operation

Forklift maintenance

Job description

Shred Specialist

The Shred Specialist position at Vital Records Control Companies (“VRC”) is responsible for receiving, segregating and loading wastepaper into a paper shredder as well as various traditional warehouse support duties. The Shred Specialist is a member of the local operations team who coordinates the daily volume of shred and assures that services are completed, and the team is prepared for the next day. The Shred Specialist must be a team player and contribute to a safe and harmonious work environment.

Shred Specialist

The Shred Specialist position at Vital Records Control Companies (“VRC”) is responsible for receiving, segregating and loading wastepaper into a paper shredder as well as various traditional warehouse support duties. The Shred Specialist is a member of the local operations team who coordinates the daily volume of shred and assures that services are completed, and the team is prepared for the next day. The Shred Specialist must be a team player and contribute to a safe and harmonious work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in unloading and staging of shredded paper, media, and product from VRC trucks at the assigned branch.
• Operate and maintain shredding and baling machinery at the branch.
• Ensure all paper bales are staged or loaded for shipment as required.
• Perform shredding operations in support of VRC's off-site shredding program.
• Operate forklifts and perform preventative maintenance on forklifts as required.
• Maintain a clean and safe working area according to VRC and NAID standards.
• Perform weekly, monthly and yearly preventative maintenance on all equipment.
• Maintain a responsible approach to all security and safety matters related to the operation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers in a professional manner.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of customer service in all aspects of the job.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced dynamic environment
• Understands the importance of detail, accuracy, safety, and security.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and is always willing to assist others.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred.
• Six (6) months of forklift driving is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of forklift truck driving and maintenance
• Excellent physical ability; Must be able to lift a minimum of 75 pounds repeatedly over the course of the day.
• Ability to withstand the physically strenuous demands of lifting, pulling and managing heavy equipment and objects.