Production Manager - Day Shift

About the role

As a Trex Production Manager you will coordinate, direct, and oversee the activities of manufacturing employees in a 24/7 production environment. You will serve as the primary contact for your crew, handling time and attendance, employee relations, scheduling, and the coordination of training and development. The role also involves recruitment and retention of new employees.

Responsibilities

• Put safety first – act with a Safety‑First mindset, champion a safety‑centered culture, recognize and correct unsafe conditions, conduct root‑cause investigations, and resolve hazards promptly.
• Think and act like an owner each day; champion brand ownership through quality‑centered execution and establish clear expectations for multiple roles.
• Provide regular feedback to the team based on goals, manage performance to meet operational targets using Key Performance Indicators, and drive continuous improvement.
• Adjust daily production strategy based on budgetary requirements.
• Lead with a positive, approachable attitude in high‑stress situations; communicate clearly at all organizational levels; make independent, timely decisions.
• Develop high‑functioning teams, recognize direct reports’ strengths, cultivate talent, and prioritize employee engagement.
• Serve as the primary management contact for all crews in scope; lead and develop 2‑4 salaried shift supervisors and 2‑6 hourly leads.
• Participate in hiring and training of the Trex workforce; assess training needs for process technicians.
• Assess crew leadership capabilities with Operations Manager and Human Resources to enhance leadership skill sets.
• Manage seamless transition between production shifts and balance overtime needs with employee preferences and business requirements.
• Develop, promote, and maintain safety programs; ensure compliance with legal requirements (personnel administration, product liability, environmental protection).
• Supervise manufacturing shift employees to meet or exceed budgeted volume, cost, material loss, and distribution parameters.
• Control production costs consistent with annual budgets and monitor crew direct labor hours.
• Maintain accurate timekeeping and absenteeism records; create standard processes or procedures; re‑assign personnel based on business needs.
• Manage and provide ongoing performance coaching and professional development for Production Supervisors, Machine Operators, and Material Handlers.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 4+ years in a supervisory role with demonstrated leadership abilities in a self‑directed team manufacturing setting.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Location: Winchester, Virginia, United States

Position type: Full‑Time / Regular

Benefits & Perks

• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance with generous employer contribution and wellness program discounts.
• 401(k) with company match (dollar for dollar).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Training and education programs (online and on‑site).
• Stock purchase program at a discounted price.
• Employee discount on Trex products.

Company Overview

Trex pioneered high‑performance, low‑maintenance composite decking and outdoor living products over 30 years ago and remains the world’s #1 brand of sustainability‑made, wood‑alternative decking and railing, proudly manufactured in the USA. As a publicly traded company (NYSE: TREX), Trex is the largest recycler of plastic film in the country and is committed to community, environmental stewardship, and a culture of innovation, customer obsession, ownership, excellence, and teamwork.