Talent Acquisition Specialist

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Trex, you will play a critical role in attracting, assessing, and onboarding top talent to drive the company's continued success. You will own the full-cycle recruitment process, partnering closely with hiring managers to develop effective hiring strategies and ensure a best-in-class candidate experience. In addition to sourcing and evaluating talent, you will serve as a trusted advisor, ensuring that hiring decisions align with Trex's culture and long-term business objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Put safety first - Always!
• Lead and foster our "people first" culture.
• Manage full-cycle recruiting for assigned positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and supporting the offer process.
• Proactively source passive and active candidates using a variety of effective sourcing channels and methods such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed Resume, or traditional Boolean search.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines to support current and future hiring needs.
• Screen resumes and refer qualified candidates to hiring managers.
• Develop job postings and ensure roles are properly advertised across relevant platforms.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, clarify job requirements, and support effective selection processes.
• Maintain relationships with candidates, external recruitment agencies, and professional associations.
• Monitor external labor market conditions and share insights with talent acquisition leadership.
• Assist with extending offers and negotiating compensation packages.
• Maintain accurate, compliant candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Support onboarding coordination or orientation activities when needed.
• Contribute to recruiting projects in a supporting capacity while gaining exposure to more complex tasks.

JOB LOCATION

Winchester, Virginia, United States

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time/Regular

EXPERIENCE

We are looking for someone with a Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, or a related field preferred and 2 - 5 years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, or a similar HR function.

• Required Skills and Qualification:
  
  
  
  • Demonstrated proficiency with sourcing tools, recruitment strategies, and candidate outreach methods via ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed Resume, or basic Boolean search.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage candidates professionally throughout the hiring process.
  • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with candidates, external agencies, and professional associations.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring accurate ATS records and compliant hiring processes.
  • Ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities with periodic guidance from leadership.
  • Learning agility and receptiveness to coaching, with the ability to adapt as exposure to more complex recruiting tasks increases.
  • Problemsolving skills with the developing ability to navigate sourcing challenges and adjust strategies as needed.
  • Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and recruiting technologies.
  • Basic understanding of employment laws, recruiting compliance, and talent acquisition best practices
  
  
  
  
• Preferred Skills & Qualifications:
  
  
  
  • Experience working with UKG Recruitment and onboarding modules.
  • SHRM CP, PHR, or SHRM Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential.
  • AIRS or LinkedIn Recruiter certification.
  
  
  
  

At Trex, we believe in persevering even when there's no 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.

SALARY

Base Salary Range: $70,000 - $95,000 annually.

The salary range provided serves as a general guideline for potential compensation for this position. It reflects the base salary and does not account for other benefits or additional compensation opportunities that may apply. This role is also eligible for further compensation through an annual/sales bonus, in addition to the base salary.

At Trex, individual base salaries are determined based on various factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. We are committed to maintaining pay equity and consider the internal equity of our existing team members when finalizing compensation offers. In addition to competitive pay, Trex offers a comprehensive benefits package, which is detailed below.

BENEFITS & PERKS

We believe that real 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.

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 sustainability-made, wood-alternative decking, and deck railing - all proudly manufactured in the USA. As a publicly traded company [NYSE: TREX], we take pride in being the largest recycler of plastic film in the country as well as 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 that sustains 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.

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.

EEO

Trex is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these or any other characteristics protected by law.

E-VERIFY

Trex participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. E-Verify is a web-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their employees. For more information, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.