DOC Vandalia CC Corrections Industry Lead Worker
About The Position
The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Industry Lead Worker to support the daily operation of the milk/juice distribution plant at Vandalia Correctional Center. The position trains, assigns, and instructs individuals in custody who work in the plant, and maintains production operating records. It also receives and inspects finished products for quality before packaging and shipment, maintains preventative maintenance on equipment, and ensures Department and institutional safety, security, and sanitation procedures are followed. The position is based at 1876 US Highway 51, Vandalia, Illinois, and is fully in office. The schedule is 5:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and 5:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Friday, with Saturday, Sunday, and Monday off. Applicants must complete an approved guard-training course within six months of employment and pass the required background check and drug screen. This is a union position subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Requirements
- Knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of high school.
- Three years of specialized industrial experience related to the position.
- Complete an approved guard-training course within six months of employment.
- Pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- Pass a drug screen.
- Ability to perform heavy work, including lifting up to 100 pounds at a time and frequently lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to use digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes to support departmental digital enhancements.
- Abide by employer vaccine and/or other medical standards.
Nice To Haves
- At least two years of experience in logistics or distribution of finished products.
- At least two years of experience maintaining workflow in a group setting.
- At least two years of experience in inventory management.
- At least two years of experience managing tools in a correctional setting.
- At least one year of experience in preventative maintenance of equipment.
- At least one year of experience maintaining production schedules.
- At least one year of experience with shipping and receiving procedures.
- Forklift certification.
Responsibilities
- Train, assign, and instruct individuals in custody workers in the daily operation of the milk/juice distribution plant.
- Maintain operating records of production.
- Receive and inspect finished products for quality control before packaging and shipment.
- Maintain proper preventative maintenance on equipment.
- Ensure Department and institutional safety, security, and sanitation procedures are followed.
- Perform other duties reasonably within the scope of the position.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Retirement plan and pension
- Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefit programs
- Paid state holidays
- Paid personal business days
- Paid sick days
- Paid vacation time
- Paid maternity/paternity leave
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
- Training and career advancement opportunities
- Full 20-year retirement awards including free health insurance during retirement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
