Industrial Specialist III - Textile Mill Production Supervisor - Estelle Unit (610912 910970)

Texas Department of Criminal Justice•Huntsville, TX

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs highly complex work in the production and processing of various products. Work involves monitoring the work of inmates to ensure efficient operations; and supervising the work of others. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
One year full-time, wage-earning experience in the manufacture of textile or three years full-time, wage-earning experience in any production or manufacturing operation. Thirty semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE) may be substituted for each year of experience on a year-for-year basis for a maximum substitution of two years.
Knowledge of quality control standards to maintain satisfactory levels of production.
Knowledge of production and workflow procedures.
Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public.
Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Skill in problem-solving techniques.
Skill to train and supervise the work of inmates.
Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs and ladders, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry 15-44 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.
Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, excessive heat and humidity, excessive or intermittent noise, constant noise, dust, fumes, smoke, gases, grease, oils, solvents, working at heights, working on ladders or scaffolding, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.

Nice To Haves

Correctional custody or law enforcement experience preferred.
Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred.
Knowledge of textile manufacturing preferred.
Skill in the use of machinery and equipment in the assigned area preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitors inmates in the performance of assigned tasks
Develops production standards
Makes recommendations on production procedure changes
Monitors and reviews production to ensure quality and quantity control of finished products
Monitors machinery and equipment maintenance
Ensures on-the-job training and safety training are conducted for inmate workers in methods and equipment used in production
Prepares reports of operations and related documents
Maintains security of tools, machinery, and equipment
Responds to emergency situations
Performs various correctional and custodial support functions
Assists in maintaining security of assigned inmates
Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.