05/01/1977 98290

CORRECTIONS GARMENT FACTORY FOREMAN 1

DEFINITION: This is advanced manufacturing work in the production of garments at a state correctional institution factory.

An employee in this class instructs and trains inmates in the methods and techniques involved in the production of a full line of outer wear clothing and uniforms for men, women, and children. Employee exercises independent judgment concerning the technical phases of production. Employ may perform lead work. Duties include responsibility for the custody and discipline of inmates assigned to the employee during work hours. Work is received in the form of work orders. Supervision is received from a technical supervisor or administrative superior through personal inspection, conferences, and an analysis of production records.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: Supervises and instructs inmate workers in the techniques and methods involved in the production of a full line of outer wear clothing and uniforms for men, women, and children including layout, cutting, hand stitching, machine sewing, and pressing.

Supervises and instructs inmates and participates in the operation, general maintenance, and repair of machinery.

Inspects work in progress and finished goods for workmanship, proper constructions, and adherence to production standards.

Maintains order and discipline over inmate workers.

Issues and collects materials and supplies used by inmate workers.

Searches inmates and work area for contraband and insures security of the work area.

Maintains production and inmate wage and attendance records.

Requisitions raw materials, supplies, and repair parts from stock.

Processes finished product for shipment to customers or storage.

Performs related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in the manufacturing of garments.

Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and general repair of the machinery and tools used in manufacturing process.

Knowledge of the qualities and uses of the materials used in the manufacturing of garments.

Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions applicable to the manufacturing of garments.

Knowledge of the techniques and methods of vocational training applicable to inmate rehabilitation.

Ability to instruct inmate workers in the manufacturing processes, and to teach desirable work habits.

Ability to maintain routine records and to write reports.

Ability to supervise inmates and maintain order.

Physical strength and agility sufficient to cope with unruly inmates.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Three years of experience in varied machine or production operations in the manufacturing of garments and graduation from high school;

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Three years experience as a Corrections Officer, including one year involving varied machine and production operations in the manufacturing of garments;

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Any equivalent combination of experience and training.