Industrial Specialist V - Mattress Factory Assistant Plant Manager - Wynne Unit Mattress Factory (610406)

I. Job Summary

Performs highly advanced work in the operation of the Mattress Factory. Work involves directing and overseeing the work of inmates to ensure efficient operations; and supervising the work of employees and inmates. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

II. Essential Functions

A. Plans schedules of operations; evaluates operations and recommends changes; conducts inspections to ensure quality and quantity control is maintained; ensures the continued maintenance of machinery and equipment; and inspects and provides technical assistance in methods and equipment used in the manufacture of mattresses.

B. Reviews raw material requirements; and requisitions supplies, machinery, and equipment.

C. Coordinates and directs technical training and in-service programs; and maintains evaluations and records of training activities and proficiencies.

D. Supervises the work of employees and inmates; and assigns work tasks in various phases of production.

E. Maintains security of tools, machinery, and equipment; responds to emergency situations; performs various correctional and custodial support functions; and assists in maintaining security of assigned inmates.

• Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

III. Minimum Qualifications

A. Education, Experience, and Training

1. Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.

2. Two years full-time, wage-earning experience in the manufacture of mattresses

or

four 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.

3. Experience in the supervision of employees and inmates preferred.

4. Correctional custody or law enforcement experience preferred.

B. Knowledge and Skills

1. Knowledge of quality control standards to maintain satisfactory levels of production.

2. Knowledge of production and workflow procedures.

3. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred.

4. Knowledge of methods and procedures for the manufacture of mattresses preferred.

5. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.

6. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public.

7. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

8. Skill in problem-solving techniques.

9. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.

10. Skill to coordinate and supervise various manufacturing production lines simultaneously.

11. Skill to train and supervise employees and inmates.

12. Skill in the use of machinery and equipment in the assigned area preferred.

IV. Additional Requirements with or without Reasonable Accommodation

A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, 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.

B. 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, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.

C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, mattress manufacturing machinery and equipment, hand tools, woodworking equipment, forklift, pallet jack, power tools, telephone, dolly, and automobile.

Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete.

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

*Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.*

Questions regarding this posting may be directed to:

Shelbie Morrow
Human Resources Headquarters
2 Financial Plaza, STE 600
Huntsville, TX 77340
PH (936) 437-4106
EMAIL hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov

The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

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