BAKERY PRODUCTION SPECIALIST

Arizona Department of Corrections; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Department of Corrections is seeking a Bakery Production Specialist to run the day-to-day operations of an Arizona Correctional Industries bakery in Florence, AZ. The role requires supervising an inmate workforce, maintaining inventory and production records, and ensuring safety and quality standards in a correctional environment.

The position emphasizes hands-on ERP and inventory training, data accuracy, and adherence to ADCRR policies.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising inmate workers in a fast-paced production setting.
• Strong inventory control and material handling knowledge.
• Experience training staff on ERP, reports, and inventory processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintains training records for all workforce participants.
• Supervises the assigned workforce.
• Provides hands-on training on ERP, clerical work, reports, and inventory methods.
• Audits incoming/outgoing products to ensure documents match.
• Ensures safety and security practices in bakery operations.
• Reviews inmate hours and pay in ACIS for accuracy.

Skills

Supervision of inmate workforce

Inventory control

ERP system training

Written and verbal communication

Education

Vocational courses in related field

Tools

ERP system

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

BAKERY PRODUCTION SPECIALIST (CORRECTIONAL INDUSTRIES PRODUCTION SPECIALIST)

Job Location: Address: Arizona State Prison Complex Eyman Arizona Correctional Industries (ACI) 4374 East Butte Avenue Florence, Arizona 85132

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

Job Summary: Do you have operational experience in a bakery or food production facility? Have you supervised the operations of a bakery or an industrial food production facility? Join our team of workforce professionals making a difference. Apply today!

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking a master chef or bakery production specialist who can drive a team of workforce professionals. This position is responsible for the day-to-day operation of an Arizona Correctional Industries (ACI) bakery. Supervises, when necessary. Ensures the accuracy of all incoming or outgoing products or materials. Inventory management of raw and finished goods and all operational support equipment. Communicates accurate data, both verbal and written, on the status of operations as required by 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: https://aci.az.gov/

Job Duties:

• Maintains training records for all workforce participants
• Supervises the assigned workforce
• Provides hands-on training for workforce participants on the ERP system, clerical work, reports, and various inventory processes and methods
• Provides oversight for the auditing, document accuracy, and entering of data in the ERP system
• Audits all incoming and outgoing products or materials to ensure they match the provided documents
• Provides security by closely monitoring workforce participant activities
• Ensures the safe operation of machinery utilized in the bakery and safety of surrounding areas
• 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

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of:

• Various management techniques for the assigned inmate workforce
• Inventory control methods and techniques
• Equipment and materials utilized in the operations of a bakery
• Divisional and Departmental policies and procedures, including fire and safety standards and regulations
• Security requirements and practices

Skill in:

• Directing, supervising, and evaluating inmate worker activities
• The operational activities related to a bakery, including the operations and maintenance of equipment and machinery utilized
• Written and verbal communication
• Computer applications

Ability to:

• Lift/Carry approximately 50 lbs.
• Push/pull approximately 50 lbs.
• Walk/run approximately .75 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

Selective Preference(s):

• At least three (3) years of experience working in a fast-paced production environment
• Vocational courses at a post-secondary level in a related field with supervisory seminars and training

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation, drug test, and possibly a medical/physical examination.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate drivers license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary drivers license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to drivers license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates