Recycling Specialist 1st Shift

At Nashville Record Pressing, we're passionate about vinyl—its legacy, its culture, and its future. Founded in the heart of Music City, we are a fast-growing, world-class vinyl record manufacturing facility built to meet the demands of today's global music industry. As part of the Czech-based GZ Media family—the world’s largest vinyl manufacturer—we combine decades of expertise with state-of-the-art technology to deliver premium-quality records to major labels, independent artists, and everyone in between.

Our team is made up of music lovers, skilled technicians, creative thinkers, and quality champions who are committed to excellence in every groove. Whether it’s producing limited editions or high-volume releases, we pride ourselves on craftsmanship, innovation, and doing our part to keep analog sound alive.

Working at NRP means being part of a company that values precision, teamwork, and the magic of music. Join us as we shape the sound of tomorrow—one record at a time.

The Recycling Specialist plays a key role in managing the regrinding and recycling of vinyl records. This position requires collaboration with material handlers, adherence to safety standards, and efficient handling of raw and regrind materials. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in the recycling process.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Material Handlers: Work with material handlers to facilitate the collection and consolidation of vinyl flashing from records. Sort and separate materials by color, ensuring they are moved to the recycling staging area.
• Color Sorting: Ensure that colors are correctly allocated and separated to prevent mixing with contaminants. Properly store and safeguard grinded materials until picked up and stored by the warehouse team.
• Safety Compliance: Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including gloves, masks, earplugs, and sleeves, to operate all equipment safely and prevent injury or exposure to harmful substances.
• Maintain Material Integrity: Safeguard grinded material by ensuring it remains free from foreign objects such as earplugs, center labels, or tape. Remain vigilant in keeping materials clean and pure for reuse.
• Resource Allocation: Allocate resources effectively to ensure proper color segregation and prevent contamination during the recycling process.
• Assist in Mixing Colors: Help in mixing high-dispersion colors for new or existing vinyl record jobs, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Daily Coordination: Work closely with leadership and management to ensure flexibility in daily tasks based on production demand and changing work priorities.
• Adhere to Best Practices: Follow best practices for vinyl recycling, maintain high cleanliness standards, and ensure the quality of grinded materials meets company specifications.