Machine Operator II

Arkansas Plant, 6401 Thibault Rd, Little Rock, AR 72206, USA

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 Machine Operator II to help us meet production and quality goals. As a Trex Machine Operator II, you’ll be responsible for safe and efficient operation of production equipment, attention to detail, IFix/Computer knowledge, and performing special projects as assigned. This role is a key member of our Operations team.

Our operations team is guided by five 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; and 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.

• Put safety first – always
• Work as a team to drive our “people first” culture
• Work in a safe and efficient manner at all times, including but not limited to proper Lock Out/Tag Out procedures
• Perform housekeeping duties to keep plant in a safe state
• Perform quality control checks on product during the production process to ensure that product specifications and standards are met
• Deliver raw materials to the process lines at a rate that allows us to meet our production goals
• Must be able to be forklift certified, requiring proper vision, hearing, and motor skills
• Operate forklift in a safe and efficient manner while handling production material. In addition, operators must also have knowledge on how to safely operate additional equipment such as grinders, mills, and other hand tools etc.
• Operate production‑classified machinery appropriately for each type of product movement or job duty
• Control production line processes (including poly area, raw materials, monitor operations, troubleshoot production issues and make adjustments when necessary)
• Perform special processes and projects as required by leadership
• Must be able to work 12‑hour shifts, standing for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able and willing to comply with PPE requirements at all times

Previous experience with bulk materials, chemical systems or extrusion processes is preferred for this role, but if you’ve worked in a manufacturing environment before, we want to hear from you!

At Trex, we believe in persevering even when there’s not a roadmap; 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.

• 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.

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.

Trex is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are…