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Vinyl Records Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

PRESS OPERATOR

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$15 - $17.49/hr

We make vinyl records for major labels and indies, musicians, and all who care about quality and craft. We've been doing this for over 25 years and are dedicated to continuing to drive the industry ...

Outside of work, I like to put my energy into listening to vinyl records, hiking, and cooking. I have two dogs, Kaleb and Kayce, and two cats, Mika and Shiloh. I am originally from upstate New York ...

... vinyl letters and graphics to a substrate * Ability to work under pressure to output high volume, high-quality work * Clean driving record * Proficiently uses hand and power tools * Scissor lift and ...

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How much do vinyl records jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for vinyl records in Washington is $46,818.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,430.00 and $54,220.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a vinyl records job?

A Vinyl Records job typically involves working with vinyl records in various capacities, such as selling, restoring, archiving, or producing them. Jobs in this field can include roles in record stores, pressing plants, audio restoration, or music curation. Responsibilities may include cataloging records, assisting customers, handling vinyl care, or even mastering and pressing new records. The job often requires a passion for music, knowledge of vinyl formats, and attention to detail.

What are typical daily responsibilities for someone working with vinyl records?

Daily responsibilities often include sorting and grading records, cataloging inventory, assisting customers in finding specific albums or genres, and maintaining a clean and organized store or archive space. You might also handle sales transactions, set up records for in-store listening, and educate customers about vinyl care and audio equipment. Depending on your workplace, you could participate in special events, manage online listings, or coordinate shipments. Collaboration with other music enthusiasts and industry professionals is common, providing a dynamic and engaging work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the vinyl records position, and why are they important?

To thrive in the Vinyl Records industry, you need a solid understanding of music history, audio equipment, record grading, and cataloging, often supported by retail or archival experience. Familiarity with inventory management systems, point-of-sale software, and, in some cases, audio restoration tools is valuable. Excellent customer service, attention to detail, and a passion for music make you stand out in this field. These skills ensure accurate inventory, satisfied customers, and a successful, engaging environment for both music enthusiasts and casual listeners.

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Infographic showing various Vinyl Records job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,818 per year, or $22.5 per hour.

AUDIO QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN - NIGHT SHIFT

Furnace Record Pressing LLC

Alexandria, VA • On-site

$15 - $17.25/hr

Full-time, Other

Medical, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

 

Furnace Record Pressing is growing; we’re looking for Line QC Technician/ Back-up Sleever:


About Furnace:

Furnace Record Pressing is a full-service vinyl pressing plant based in Alexandria,

VA. We make vinyl records for major labels and indies, musicians, and all who care

about quality and craft. We’ve been doing this for over 25 years and are dedicated

to continuing to drive the industry by bringing only the best vinyl records to

market.


Our clients include the biggest bands in the world and independent labels and

bands putting out their first record. Yes, this is a cool place to work, but we also

work very hard and care deeply about the final product.


We practice Lean Manufacturing in the office and on the manufacturing floor. This

means a lot of things but part of it is saving time every day through continual

improvement of processes and ourselves.

About You:

  • Above all else, attitude is important. Desire to always be learning, thinks critically, and is respectful are the key tenants success at Furnace
  • Is open to feedback, and trying things in a different way
  • Takes initiative to problem solving
  • Understands urgency
  • Good communicator
  • Likes being part of a team who works hard, respects their work and their co-workers (very important)
  • Demonstrates common sense and adheres to safety measures
  • Must be able to work Monday-Thursday, 10 hour shifts (2:30PM-1:00AM)
  • This is an on-site, non remote position, reliable transportation is key
  • Must be able to pass a criminal background check

Some things you’ll do in this position:

  • Perform QC inspections during production

  • Record all stamper changes and full listens on QC sheets

  • Work with operators to get machines on labels

  • Perform Full Listens when new stampers are put into a machine or when a new job is started

  • QC records brought back from Sleeving

  • Double check with QC lead or Manager if there are a lot of records with the same defect or if you’re unsure about the severity of a defect

  • Document and collect examples of approved pressing defects for QC and Sleeving

  • Document and collect examples of approved stamper defects for QC

  • Listening to Test Presses and taking detailed notes

  • Assisting press operators with purging bad records from their spindles and pallets

  • Checking Test Press copies to determine if stamper defects are customer approved

  • Retrieving stampers or Test Presses from the library

  • Work on the visual inspection team (Sleever) as needed

This position is a full time, four day work week. It comes with health and supplemental insurance benefits, PTO, and we observe 11 holidays. Located in Alexandria, VA.