Talent Acquisition Specialist

Trex Company • Winchester, VA

26d • $70,000 - $95,000 • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Problem‑solving 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

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with UKG Recruitment and onboarding modules.
• SHRM CP, PHR, or SHRM Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential.
• AIRS or LinkedIn Recruiter certification.

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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level