This series works with incarcerated workers within the Correctional Industries operations training program to teach them a variety of trades and other skills used in the manufacturing process. The manufacturing process involves production or services in CI operations such as, laundry, food manufacturing and services, furniture, commissary, metal shop, print shop, warranty work, optical, textiles, and service and delivery. Positions learn to balance work schedules and due dates, materials, costs, different production lines and product quality, supervise, teach, and train incarcerated workers in the work unit. This series is required to provide in-depth coaching and counseling of incarcerated workers regarding soft skills, general life skills, professional workplace expectations, and technical training.

This is the entry level of the series. Positions assist in unit production, quality assurance, training and supervision of incarcerated workers in all aspects of their CI operations area of responsibility under the direction of the supervisor.

This is the entry level of the series. Positions assist in unit production, quality assurance, training and supervision of incarcerated workers in all aspects of their CI operations area of responsibility under the direction of the supervisor.

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position. 

High school graduation or GED and one year of experience in the production or service unit of a business or manufacturing operation.

College coursework may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.