Industrial Specialist IV – Metal Fab Production Supervisor – Manufacturing, Agribusiness, and Logistics Division – Coffield Unit – Metal Fabrication Plant (610728)

I. JOB SUMMARY

Performs advanced work in the Metal Fabrication Factory. Work involves overseeing the work of
inmates to ensure efficient operations. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude
for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

A. Oversees inmates in the performance of assigned tasks and the overall processing and
production of metal fabrication; plans schedules of operations; ensures the proper maintenance
of machinery and equipment; and conducts inspections and provides technical assistance in
methods and equipment used.

B. Reviews raw material requirements; requisitions supplies, machinery, and equipment; and
prepares invoices for products distributed.

C. Prepares reports of operations and related documentation to include quality and quantity of
production; and maintains evaluations and records of training activities and proficiencies.

D. Maintains security of tools, machinery, and equipment; responds to emergency situations;
performs various correctional and custodial support functions; and assists in maintaining
security of assigned inmates.

• Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A. Education, Experience, and Training

1. Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.

2. Eighteen months full-time, wage-earning experience in a metal fabrication operation

or

three years full-time, wage-earning experience in any production or manufacturing
operation.

3. Experience in the supervision of inmates preferred.

4. Correctional custody or law enforcement experience preferred.

5. Welding certification obtained by completing thirty semester hours may substitute for one
year of the required experience.

B. Knowledge and Skills

1. Knowledge of quality control standards to maintain satisfactory levels of production.

2. Knowledge of production and workflow procedures.

3. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures,
rules, and regulations preferred.

4. Knowledge of methods and procedures for metal fabrication and properties of metals
preferred.

5. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.

6. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the
public.

7. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

8. Skill in problem-solving techniques.

9. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.

10. Skill to train and supervise inmates.

11. Skill in the use of machinery and equipment in the assigned area preferred.

IV. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, twist, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend
repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze,
alphabetize, lift and carry 45 lbs. and over, perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate
motor equipment.

B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving
objects, working around moving objects or vehicles, radiant and electrical energy, working
closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, excessive heat, cold,
and humidity, excessive or intermittent noise, constant noise, fumes, smoke, gases, dust,
grease, oils, solvents, slippery or uneven walking surfaces, and traveling by car, van, bus, and
airplane.

C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include
computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, welding equipment,
oxygen-acetylene torch, metal fabrication equipment, air rivet gun, power grinders, sanders,
staple guns, paint equipment, cloth cutter, iron workers equipment, hand saw, hand tools, power
tools, air tools, forklift, dolly, pallet jack, and automobile.

Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete.

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

*Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.*

Questions regarding this posting may be directed to:

Shelbie Morrow
Human Resources Headquarters
2 Financial Plaza, STE 600
Huntsville, TX 77340
PH (936) 437-4106
EMAIL [email protected]

Military Occupation Specialty Code

The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

Military Crosswalk Guide – Prepared by the State Auditor’s Office

The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the
provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different
position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of
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