Shred & Warehouse Technician (Forklift)

Vital Records Control (VRC); Colonial Heights (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shred Specialist position at Vital Records Control Companies (VRC) is a hands-on role within the local operations team, coordinating daily shred volume and ensuring safe, efficient completion of services. The role emphasizes teamwork, security, and readiness for the next day.

Responsibilities include operating shredding and baling equipment, forklift duties, and maintaining a clean, compliant work area in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Team player

Safety awareness

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Shredding machinery

Job description

The Shred Specialist position at Vital Records Control Companies (VRC) is a hands-on role within the local operations team, coordinating daily shred volume and ensuring safe, efficient completion of services. The role emphasizes teamwork, security, and readiness for the next day.

Responsibilities include operating shredding and baling equipment, forklift duties, and maintaining a clean, compliant work area in a fast-paced environment.