Sewing Production Specialist

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS REHABILITATION & REENTRY

Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements. The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day.

ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness.

Address:
Arizona State Prison Complex – Eyman, Arizona Correctional Industries (ACI), 4374 East Butte Avenue, Florence, Arizona 85132. (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Salary: $49,200.00
Grade: 17
Open Until Filled

Do you have experience in manufacturing, industrial, or production facilities? Have you worked in a Tailoring or Sewing shop? Join our team of workforce production professionals making a difference. The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is searching for a sewing production shop specialist who strives at supervising a workforce. This position is responsible for the day‑to‑day operation of an Arizona Correctional Industries (ACI) production shop.

Supervises, when necessary. Ensures proper inventory and utilization of raw materials, supplies, and equipment. Communicates operational data to management. Controls and maintains all safety regulations and quality assurance programs. Enforces daily sanitation and security practices in accordance with ADCRR policies, procedures, and best practices. For further information about the Arizona Correctional Industries visit: /

• Works with the supervisor in setting up daily work assignments and other daily production activities
• Maintains training records for all workforce participants
• Supervises the inmate workforce in the assigned manufacturing center
• Provides hands‑on training for workforce participants on the ERP system, clerical work, reports, various production processes, and methods
• Provides oversight for all quality control stations to ensure all product produced meets the established quality guidelines
• Provides security by closely monitoring the workers' activities
• Ensures the safe operation of machinery utilized in the production process
• Monitors and controls inventory levels
• Utilizes best practice planning and layout of product components and required materials for the production and requisition of raw materials and supplies
• Communicates all material or equipment quality issues or delivery concerns to the purchasing department
• Reviews inmate hours and pay in ACIS for accuracy, makes any necessary changes
• Ensures all workforce participants are paid on time and correctly
• Attends staff trainings
• Drives on State business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

• Supervisory techniques for the assigned inmate workforce
• Standard production methods and techniques in the sewing industry
• Equipment and materials utilized in the operation of a multi‑line production sewing center
• Divisional and Departmental policies and procedures, including fire and safety standards and regulations
• Security requirements and practices

• Directing, supervising, and evaluating inmate workers
• The operation of a multi‑line sewing shop, including the operations and maintenance of equipment and machinery utilized
• Written and verbal communication
• Computer applications

• Lift/Carry approximately 20 lbs.
• Push/pull approximately 20 lbs.
• Walk/run approximately .25 miles
• Interpret ADCRR policy and procedures
• Supervise an inmate workforce
• Communicate verbally and in writing
• Operate a computer relating to the ERP system, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office
• Work in a correctional environment

• At least three (3) years of experience working in a fast‑paced production environment
• Vocational courses at a post‑secondary level in…