Plant Foreman

State of Indiana; Bunker Hill (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Deferred compensation 457(b)

Paid time off

Job summary

State of Indiana is seeking a Plant Foreman at Miami Correctional Facility in Bunker Hill, IN. You will supervise a shift of offender workers, ensure production quality and schedule adherence, and provide on‑the‑job training in manufacturing and processing.

You will follow USDOL guidelines and work under the Lead Foreman or Plant Manager to assign tasks. A degree is not required; a high school diploma or GED with building production experience qualifies you to manage and mentor teams while

Qualifications

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment maintenance/set-up.
• Ability to follow production schedules and monitor quality.
• Strong problem-solving skills for operational issues.
• Experience supervising workers in a custody or controlled environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise offender workers in production tasks.
• Provide on-the-job training for manufacturing, processing, and shipping of goods.
• Ensure compliance with USDOL apprenticeship guidance and training records.
• Oversee equipment setup and maintenance and enforce safety rules.
• Maintain accurate records, forms, and reports of production activities.
• Assist in shift planning and supervision as Lead Foreman or Plant Manager directs.

Skills

Manufacturing knowledge

Production scheduling

Operational problem solving

Offender supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Miami Correctional Facility

Miami Correctional Facility is a level‑four high‑medium‑security facility located in Bunker Hill, Indiana, with a capacity of more than 3,100 incarcerated adult males. The facility sits on former Grissom Air Force Base property and also includes a level‑one facility with capacity for more than 200 incarcerated adult males. Miami Correctional Facility offers extensive educational and vocational programming, including a Braille translation program and a sewing shop serving community partners. Incarcerated individuals gain hands‑on skills that build employability for re‑entry and the programs help individuals develop strong work habits and meaningful experience. To learn more about Miami Correctional Facility, click here .

Employees at Miami Correctional Facility support the safe and secure operations of the facility 24 hours a day 7 days per week. Depending on operational needs, assignments will include working with state incarcerated individuals and/or federal detainees.

Role Overview

As a Plant Foreman, you will be given guidelines, technical manuals, and performance expectations, and be required to exercise independent judgment as necessary to supervise a shift of incarcerated individuals without direct supervision. You will be responsible for the quality of goods produced and staying on the production schedule. In this position, you will be responsible for the completion of job assignments and the accuracy of records, forms, reports, and technical information disseminated. Guidance is received from the Lead Foreman or Plant Manager in determining work assignments.

Salary

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Eligible non-custody staff who complete required training and certification to perform federal detention duties will receive a $20 non-discretionary bonus for each shift that they are assigned those duties.

A Day In The Life

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Supervise offender workers in the production work of assigned shop.
• Provide on-the-job training to offenders in the manufacturing, processing, and/or shipping of products.
• Ensure that the offenders register and fulfill the training according to work processes as defined by United States Department of Labor (USDOL) Apprenticeship Program.
• Perform or supervise the set up and maintenance of equipment.
• Provide all applicable safety training to offender workers for assigned areas of supervision.
• Monitor quality control of finished goods and work being performed.
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need For Success

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Thorough knowledge of one or more of the areas of manufacturing, including knowledge of equipment maintenance and set-up.
• Ability to follow production schedules and monitor quality of work.
• Ability to resolve operational problems.
• Ability to supervise offenders performing work that requires exactness and accuracy, while ensuring that all work is performed in accordance with custody policy and procedure.

A degree is not required. However, a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and at least 4 years of experience in the production of goods or services, or related experience, may be considered. Substitutions may include each 2 years of high school for 1 year of the required experience, or completion of an accredited vocational training program related to the area of assignment for up to 1 year of the required experience, along with experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports

This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.

This role provides supervision for incarcerated individuals and requires a high level of judgment and care.

Benefits Of Employment With The State Of Indiana

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail].