Ashley Gerken
About Ashley Gerken
Ashley Gerken serves as the Director of HR Operations at Trex Company, where she has worked since 2015. With a background in human resources spanning various companies, she specializes in employee engagement, retention strategies, and policy administration.
Current Role at Trex Company
Ashley Gerken serves as the Director of HR Operations at Trex Company, a position she has held since 2015. Located in Hagerstown, MD, she has been instrumental in implementing structural changes and staffing plans in collaboration with site leaders. Her focus includes developing and executing action plans aimed at enhancing employee engagement and retention within the organization.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Trex Company, Ashley Gerken worked at several organizations in various HR roles. She was an HR Generalist at Fives Cinetic Corp. for five months in 2013 and 2014. Prior to that, she served as a Human Resources Consultant at Westinghouse Electric Company from 2008 to 2013, accumulating five years of experience. Additionally, she worked as an HR Consultant at Marathon Oil Corporation for four months in 2007 and completed an HR internship at The Edventure Group in 2005.
Educational Background
Ashley Gerken earned her Master of Science in Industrial & Labor Relations from West Virginia University, where she studied from 2006 to 2007. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the same institution, completing her studies from 2002 to 2005. This educational foundation supports her extensive experience in HR operations.
Expertise in HR Operations
Ashley Gerken possesses extensive experience in policy interpretation and administration within HR operations. Her role involves overseeing various HR functions, ensuring compliance with policies, and enhancing operational efficiency. Her expertise is reflected in her ability to develop and implement strategies that improve employee engagement and retention.