Manager, Controls Engineering
Little Rock, AR 
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JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a unique opportunity to join the organization at an expansion stage and help build talent and culture from the ground up, as we build Trex's new location in Little Rock. A high level of accountability and coordination, along with a focus on relationships and willingness to travel regularly to other established locations during the early months of this role will be key components to success.

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 a Manager, Controls Engineer to help us by ensuring the successful design, development and maintenance of control systems for our industrial processes. As a Trex Manager, Controls Engineer, you will be looked to as an innovator in the manufacturing process and expected to lead a team of controls engineers and technicians, set departmental goals and collaborate with other departments to drive the strategic vision of the organization. This role is a key member of our Process Engineering team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Put safety first - Always!
  • Lead and foster our "people first" culture
  • Lead and manage the controls engineering department, including team development and performance management
  • Set departmental goals and strategic objectives, aligning them with the organization's mission
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate control systems into the organization's processes
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance on complex control system projects
  • Oversee the design and development of control systems, ensuring quality, efficiency, and innovation
  • Establish and maintain technical standards, guidelines, and best practices within the controls engineering department
  • Drive continuous improvement in control systems, processes, and technology adoption
  • Manage the department's budget, resources, and project timelines
  • Act as a liaison between the controls engineering team and senior management to report on departmental performance and initiatives

EXPERIENCE

We are looking for leaders with a bachelor's degree in engineering or a computer-related field along with at least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. We want to hear from you if you have previous experience as a Controls Engineer or Engineering Manager.

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.

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.

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.

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.

JOB LOCATION

Little Rock, AR, United States (on-site)

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time/Regular





 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5+ years
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