Metal Production Specialist

Arizona Department of Administration • Mesa, AZ

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry is seeking a metal fabrication and/or production shop specialist to supervise the day-to-day operation of an Arizona Correctional Industries Metal Fabrication Shop. The role manages tools and equipment, incoming and outgoing products and materials, raw and finished goods inventory, and operational support equipment. It communicates operational data and statuses to management and maintains safety regulations, quality assurance programs, sanitation, and security practices. The specialist also works and cross-trains in other production areas as part of a team of Specialists reporting to the Production Supervisor.

The position supervises inmate workforce participants, coordinates manufacturing activities, and provides hands-on instruction in production processes, equipment, safety, quality, ERP systems, clerical tasks, and report preparation. Employment is contingent on passing a background investigation, drug test, and potentially a medical or physical examination. Employees must take a tuberculosis test during New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter, and newly hired State employees must successfully complete E-Verify. Driving on State business requires a current, valid, class-appropriate driver’s license, required driver training, and acceptable driving records; employees using a personal vehicle for State business must maintain required liability insurance.

Requirements

• At least three years of progressively responsible experience in metal fabrication, manufacturing, industrial production, or a related skilled trade (selective preference).
• Experience in welding, fabrication, metal forming, machining, sandblasting, powder coating, or finishing (selective preference).
• Experience training, mentoring, or leading others (selective preference).
• Experience with production planning, material utilization, or quality control (selective preference).
• Knowledge of supervisory techniques for managing an inmate workforce.
• Knowledge of production methods and techniques used in specialty metal products manufacturing.
• Knowledge of equipment and materials used in multi-line production operations.
• Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures, including fire and safety standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of security requirements and practices, metal fabrication processes, manufacturing equipment, tools and materials, and workplace safety practices in a manufacturing environment.
• Skill in directing, supervising, and evaluating inmate workers’ activities.
• Skill in operating a multi-line specialty metal manufacturing environment, including operating and maintaining its equipment and machinery.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Skill with computer applications relevant to manufacturing operations.
• Ability to safely operate manufacturing machinery and train others to do so.
• Ability to troubleshoot production, process, and equipment issues.
• Ability to coach and train individuals with diverse experience levels.
• Ability to lift and carry approximately 50 pounds, push and pull approximately 50 pounds, and walk or run approximately three miles.
• Ability to interpret ADCRR policies and procedures and supervise an inmate workforce.
• Ability to use computers and associated applications, including ERP systems, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in a correctional environment and adjust to changing priorities.
• Ability to maintain accountability for workers, tools, and materials in a secure setting; collaborate and communicate; and conduct routine security checks and operational needs.
• Passing a background investigation and drug test, and potentially a medical or physical examination.
• Taking a tuberculosis test during New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.
• Successful completion of the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) for newly hired State employees.
• For driving on State business: maintain a current, valid, class-appropriate driver’s license, complete required training and license-record checks, and maintain an acceptable driving record. Personal vehicles used for State business must have the statutorily required liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational or post-secondary education in welding, manufacturing, fabrication, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production activities within an assigned manufacturing area.
• Work with the supervisor to set up daily work assignments and plan production activities.
• Plan and lay out product components and required materials using best practices.
• Monitor and control inventory levels and requisition raw materials and supplies.
• Communicate material or equipment quality issues and delivery concerns to the purchasing department.
• Cross-train in other production areas and provide coverage when needed.
• Supervise inmate workforce participants in the assigned manufacturing center.
• Assign and direct participants’ daily work.
• Maintain accountability of participants, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Conduct routine security checks of the work area.
• Provide hands-on training in manufacturing processes, equipment, safety, quality, ERP systems, clerical tasks, and report preparation.
• Evaluate participant performance and communicate concerns and recommendations to the Production Supervisor.
• Coach and redirect participants on performance, safety, quality, and workplace expectations.
• Maintain training records for workforce participants.
• Monitor production for quality, productivity, safety, and proper material use.
• Oversee quality control stations to ensure products meet established quality guidelines.
• Troubleshoot production, equipment, and material issues and report them to the Production Supervisor.
• Maintain production documentation using ERP and office software.
• Ensure workforce participant work hours and job time are accurately recorded.
• Enter participant work hours for supervisory approval.
• Drive on State business.
• Perform other duties appropriate to the assignment.

Benefits

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year.
• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly placed foster or adopted child (pilot program).
• Affordable comprehensive insurance options, including medical, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability.
• Retirement program; positions in this classification participate in the Correctional Officer Retirement Plan (CORP).
• Optional deferred compensation plans and credit union membership.
• Wellness program.
• Incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed