Machine Operator I - VPO - A Crew

When you work at Trex, you’re helping to grow and enhance a true original. You join a company that boldly launched an entire industry … and still leads the way.
We are looking for Machine Operator I to help us meet production and quality goals. As a Trex Machine Operator I, you’ll be working in a team environment that requires safe and efficient operation of production equipment. It requires attention to detail, ability to follow precise instructions, as well as troubleshooting equipment failures. It requires maintaining a clean and organized work area.

This role is key member of our Operations team.

Our operations team is guided by five beliefs; 1. We put people first; 2. We all operate on the same page; 3. We own it; 4. We are always tuned for success and; 5. We make dynamic decisions. It’s how we started, and how we continue to lead the industry—finding intersections of opportunity and hard work, digging in, and digging deep. The result is progress, both for the company and for the people building their careers here. If you are values driven and share our beliefs, if you are willing to hold yourself and others accountable to the highest standards, then Trex is a place you can call home.

The Machine Operator I position will need to be able to fill at least one of the following Roles:

ROLES

• Welder Operator

• Compounding Line Operator

• Reclaim Grinder Operator

• VPO Erema Operator

• TSC Operator

• Powder Coating Booth Operator

• Tipper/Wood Operator

• Poly Grinder Operator

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Put safety first - always

• Work as a team to drive our “people first” culture

• Start, stop, and monitor machines to ensure proper operation and output

• Troubleshoot mechanical problems and malfunctions; escalate as appropriate

• Complete logs and reports detailing output, machine performance, and issues

• Work in a safe and efficient manner at all times, including but not limited to proper Lock Out/Tag Out procedures

• Perform housekeeping duties to keep plant in a safe condition

• Perform quality control checks on product during the production process to ensure that product specifications and standards are met

• Deliver raw materials to the process lines at a rate that allows us to meet production goals

• Participate in safety training and meetings

• Operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner while handling production material. In addition, to the forklift, operators must also have knowledge on how to safely operate additional equipment such as grinders, mills, and other hand tools etc.

• Operate production-classified machinery appropriately for each type of product movement or job duty

• Perform special processes and projects as required

• Other duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE

Education and Experience:

• High school Diploma or GED preferred

• Experience operating forklifts

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Effective Communications

• Willingness to train others

• Teamwork

• Taking Initiative

• Flexibility to Change

• Detail-oriented

• Ability to follow precise instructions

• Ability to troubleshoot equipment

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment with bulk materials, chemical systems or extrusion process or related experience preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Regular and predictable attendance

• Must be able to operate machinery (including forklifts, etc.)

• Must be able to stand for a prolonged period of time

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work 12 hour shifts

• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time

• Must be able to be forklift certified, requiring proper vision, hearing, and motor skills

• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs and work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment.

• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 50 pounds {regularly}

• Must be able and willing to comply with PPE requirements at all times

• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain

• Must be able to work in hot environments and on concrete floors.

WHO WE ARE

Over 30 years ago, our founders created the world's first high-performance, low-maintenance composite decking and outdoor living products. That entrepreneurial spirit still drives us today as we continue to redefine our industry and lead the way for what’s next in outdoor living. Today, Trex is the world’s #1 brand of sustainably made, wood-alternative decking and deck railing – all proudly manufactured in the U.S.A. As a publicly traded company [NYSE: TREX], we take pride in being the largest recycler of plastic film in the country and caring for the communities and the planet where we live. We nurture meaningful connections, from local engagement and investment to eco-friendly products and sustainable manufacturing processes.

Everything we do is grounded in our values and guided by our beliefs. We are looking for candidates who embody our core values:

• Do the Right Thing

• Act with Boldness and Authenticity

• Drive Sustainability

• Innovate and Adapt

At Trex, you’ll become part of a diverse yet unified team who sustain the trailblazing spirit and strengths that made Trex the industry leader—learning, adapting, solving and succeeding.

We welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives, and we encourage you to bring your best to help us shape the future of Trex.

Being a leader means persevering even when there’s not a road map; embracing groundbreaking as a way of life. We encourage multiple perspectives and welcome diverse people who problem-solve, adapt and innovate—always with a firm foundation in safety and integrity.

BENEFITS & PERKS

We believe that effort should be rewarded. We take care of you as part of our Trex family so you can take care of yours. Here are some of the perks beyond the paycheck:

• Time Off - We’ll give you paid holidays and paid vacation.

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance - Choose from a variety of options. We’ll cover a generous share of the cost. Plus, you can earn lower rates through our wellness program.

• 401(k) With Company Match - Save for your retirement and we’ll match it dollar for dollar.

• Tuition Reimbursement - We’re all about lifting each other to the next level. When you’re ready to get the degree, we’ll pick up part of the tab.

• Training and Education - We offer dozens of options to boost your performance – both online and on-site nearby.

• Stock Purchase Program - Invest in Trex at a discounted price.

• Employee Discount Program - When you make the World’s No. 1 Decking Brand, you’ll probably want to enjoy the finished product yourself. We’ll give you a discount.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT

At Trex, you can take pride in craftsmanship. There’s an art and a science to what we do, and we never stop working to refine and improve. That means no matter how long you’ve been with Trex, you have ongoing opportunities to grow your expertise—enhancing your career, your team, and our shared efforts. You will help shape our future.

Disclaimer: This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not to be construed as a contract for employment.

Your employment with Trex is at will. This means your employment is for an indefinite period of time and it is subject to termination by you or Trex with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time. Nothing in this policy or any other policy of Trex shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way, the at-will employment status of Trex employees.
The at-will employment status of an employee of Trex may be modified only in a written employment agreement with that employee which is signed by the President, or the Chairman of the Board of Directors, of Trex

Trex is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

EEO

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Trex will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

E-VERIFY

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