Correction Enterprise Supervisor II (Sewing Plant)

Correction Enterprises; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

Correction Enterprises is seeking a Supervisor II to oversee sewing manufacturing operations in the Adult Correction Division. This role trains offenders, organizes work assignments, and ensures equipment readiness.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of related experience; specialized licenses may be required. The position offers stability within a state agency and a path to advanced responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and at least two years of related industry/service experience or an equivalent combination of training and directly related experience.
• Agriculture - NC Pesticide License and NC Wastewater License (Special Requirements)
• Cannery – Low Acid and Acidified Food Production certification must be obtained within one year of hire.
• Laundry - Certified Professional Laundry Manager or Certified Laundry and Linen Manager certification.
• Braille - Certified Braille Transcriber certificate must be obtained within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Training offenders in the safe, proper, and most efficient operation of equipment and practices utilized in a sewing manufacturing operation, while ensuring quality and quantity standards in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and regulations.
• Organize and direct work assignments of offenders and set up of equipment for processing of raw materials.
• Prepare a variety of written reports involving subjects such as inventory levels, equipment specifications, offender incidents, incentive wage payroll and production schedules.

Skills

Sewing equipment handling

Production training

Staff training

Safety programs

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Agency Adult Correction Division COO - OPS - Correction Enterprises Job Classification Title Correction Enterprise Supervisor II (S) Position Number 60076827 Grade NC08

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

• Training offenders in the safe, proper, and most efficient operation of equipment and practices utilized in a sewing manufacturing operation, while ensuring quality and quantity standards in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and regulations.
• Organize and direct work assignments of offenders and set up of equipment for processing of raw materials.
• Prepare a variety of written reports involving subjects such as inventory levels, equipment specifications, offender incidents, incentive wage payroll and production schedules.

This posting will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

This is a repost. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

The Knowledge Skills and Abilities/ Management Preferences are not required. Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with hands on sewing equipment & tools. (Machines, press snips, etc.)
• Training in a production manufacturing environment.
• Training experience with skilled & unskilled workers.
• Experience with safety programs in a production environment.
• Experience with inventory & stock replenishment.

Salary and Employment

Salary Range: $37,782 - $66,120

Benefits

• Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
• Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.
• In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

About Correction Enterprise

The Correction Enterprises division is committed to providing technical and behavioral job training to offenders, aiming to enhance their skills and increase their chances of successful reintegration into society upon release. They achieve this goal by operating a self-sufficient business that mirrors a real-life work environment, which exposes offenders to practical work experience, and helps them develop positive work ethics and attitudes. This is done at no cost to North Carolina taxpayers, making it a sustainable and valuable program for offenders and the community alike.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and a minimum of two years of related industry/service experience; or an equivalent combination of training and directly related experience.

Special Requirements

• Agriculture - NC Pesticide License and NC Wastewater License
• Cannery – Low Acid and Acidified Food Production certification must be obtained within one year of hire.
• Laundry - Certified Professional Laundry Manager or Certified Laundry and Linen Manager certification.
• Braille - Certified Braille Transcriber certificate must be obtained within 18 months of hire.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD‑214 Member‑4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DAC will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board, etc.) indicated below.

Note to Current State Employees

State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Closing Dates

All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.