Plant Foreman

State of Indiana•Bunker Hill, IN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Plant Foreman at Miami Correctional Facility, you will use guidelines, technical manuals, and performance expectations while exercising independent judgment to supervise a shift of incarcerated individuals without direct supervision. You will be responsible for the quality of goods produced, keeping production on schedule, completing job assignments, and ensuring the accuracy of records, forms, reports, and technical information. The Lead Foreman or Plant Manager provides guidance in determining work assignments. The role supports production operations at a correctional facility. Depending on operational needs, assignments may involve working with state incarcerated individuals and/or federal detainees. The position may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group and supervises incarcerated individuals, requiring a high level of judgment and care. Attendance at assigned worksites during the workday is an essential function. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or changed at any time.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of one or more manufacturing areas, including equipment maintenance and setup.
Ability to follow production schedules and monitor work quality.
Ability to resolve operational problems.
Ability to supervise incarcerated individuals performing work that requires exactness and accuracy while ensuring compliance with custody policies and procedures.
A degree is not required. A high school diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE) and at least four years of experience in production of goods or services, or related experience, may be considered.
Experience substitutions may include two years of high school for one year of required experience, or completion of an accredited vocational training program related to the assignment for up to one year of required experience.
Experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Supervise incarcerated workers in production work for the assigned shop.
Provide on-the-job training in manufacturing, processing, and/or shipping products.
Ensure workers register for and complete training according to work processes defined by the United States Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program.
Set up and maintain equipment, or supervise its setup and maintenance.
Provide applicable safety training to workers in assigned areas of supervision.
Monitor the quality of finished goods and work being performed.
Complete job assignments and ensure the accuracy of records, forms, reports, and technical information.
Follow production schedules and help ensure goods are produced on schedule.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, as well as vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completing wellness activities.
Health savings account with bi-weekly state contributions.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Leave policies including 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Group life insurance.
Referral Bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Eligibility as a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.