Corrections General Industries Factory Foreperson - SCI Huntingdon; Wood Shop

Position

Do you have hands‑on manufacturing experience and a knack for teaching? The State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Huntingdon is looking for a driven individual with experience in the production of goods or services. As a Corrections General Industries Factory Foreperson, you will help inmate workers build confidence and skill while supporting safe and steady operations in the Wood Shop. Your work will help keep production moving and ensure strong results each day.

Be part of a team that values motivation, teamwork, and a commitment to positive change—apply today!

This position plays an important role in overseeing production work and maintaining a safe, well‑organized factory environment within SCI Huntingdon. The role supports daily operations while guiding inmate workers in building valuable job skills. As a Corrections General Industries Factory Foreperson, you will perform the following duties:

• Worker Training:
  Train inmate workers in manufacturing and production tasks while promoting safe and proper tool use.
• Safety Oversight:
  Maintain a secure work area and monitor movement, searches, and inventory to meet all safety requirements.
• Operational Monitoring:
  Use operational tracking systems to review orders, materials, and workflow needs to support effective factory operations.
• Supply Management:
  Submit purchase requests for tools, equipment, and supplies to keep production running efficiently.
• Production Planning:
  Review records and assist with goals to improve product quality and overall output.

• Full‑time employment, 40 hours per week.
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday – Friday.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Telework:
  Not an option.
• Salary:
  New to Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employees will begin employment at a starting annual salary of $53,036 (before taxes).

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

• Three years of experience in the production of goods or services; or
• An associate degree in industrial technology, operations management, business administration, or a related field; and one year of work experience in the production of goods or services; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training, which includes one year of work experience in the production of goods or services.

Other Requirements

• Must complete mandatory basic training in Elizabethtown, PA.
• Must meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement

• Must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. § 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, refer to the online service.

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.