Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

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 an EHS Specialist to help us by providing EHS support to plant management, administration, and front-line production workers. As a Trex EHS Specialist, you will be looked to as an innovator in the manufacturing process and expected to lead site-level EHS initiatives, processes, and policies. This role is a key member of our Environmental, Health, and Safety team.

Our Operations team is guided by 5 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
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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures EHS policies and procedures are followed by all site personnel in compliance with local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and laws.
• Assist with the development and delivery of EHS training such as site orientation and awareness training.
• Responds to incidents and coordinates investigations to identify uncontrolled hazards, verify hazard corrections, and monitor the effectiveness of existing hazard controls.
• Manages vendors, contractors, and engineers to ensure they comply with EHS rules and standards.
• Leads Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and conducts annual reviews of completed JHAs.
• Attends Pre-Start Up Reviews (PSSRs) and provides specific guidance based on knowledge and expertise.
• Plans and manages Emergency Response Training and Drills with the Site Emergency Response Team.
• Collaborates with engineering and management to assist with the evaluation and selection of new equipment and the development of related procedures.
• Manages compliance with environmental permit compliance related to wastewater and stormwater.
• Selects and/or authors content for the internal EHS webpage.
• Ensures compliance deadlines are met for assigned department/facility.
• Leads incident investigation and root cause analysis and ensures corrective actions are successfully implemented.
• Provides technical guidance to management regarding health-related issues and correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintains proper inventory.
• Assist the EHS Manager with reviewing, creating, and updating EHS procedures, manuals, and supporting documents as needed.
• Leads Safety Committee and escalates concerns to plant management.
• Is on-call to respond to incidents or provide information.
• Is the delegate for the EHS Manager for Tier III meetings when requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager and/or Supervisor.

JOB LOCATION

Winchester, VA, United States (On-site)

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time/Regular

EXPERIENCE

We are looking for leaders with a bachelor's degree along with 3-5 years of relevant EHS experience. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, a high school diploma with at least 7 years of relevant EHS experience will be considered. Experience working in a manufacturing environment along with an OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a plus. We want to hear from you if you have previous experience as a Safety Specialist.

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.

Base Salary Range: $72,000 - $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.