<p>State Industries Production Technician</p> <p>Salary</p> <p>$52,790.40 - $80,204.80 Annually</p> <p>Location</p> <p>Anamosa - 52205 - Jones County, IA</p> <p>Job Type</p> <p>Full-time</p> <p>Job Number</p> <p>26-00334</p> <p>Agency</p> <p>250 Corrections - Prison Industries</p> <p>Opening Date</p> <p>08/08/2025</p> <p>Closing Date</p> <p>8/24/2025 11:59 PM Central</p> <p>LinkedIn Tag</p> <p>#LI-POST</p> <p>Point of Contact</p> <p>Nicolen.Taylor@iowa.gov</p> <ul> <li>Description </li><li>Benefits </li><li>Questions </li></ul> <p>Job Description</p> <p>A Position in the Iowa Department of Correction is more than a job. It's a calling.</p> <p>Corrections employees transform lives, equipping Iowans in the criminal justice system with the skills they need to contribute to their communities, inside and outside our walls.</p> <p>Join us at Iowa Prison Industries - Anamosa State Penitentiary as a State Industries Production Technician!</p> <p>The hours of this position are 5:50am to 3:50pm with Friday/Saturday/Sunday and Holiday's off.</p> <p>The Iowa Prison Industries is looking for a State Industries Production Technician to oversee their industries programs.</p> <p>This position will supervise incarcerated individuals while coordinating production development, production line layout, line flow, quality, production, training, orders and deliveries.</p> <p>This position also leads the industries program participants in 6S, PIMMS, and LEAN Manufacturing.</p> <p>You will need to train and motivate incarcerated individuals in order to help reduce recidivism rates utilizing positive reinforcement, ongoing support, instilling pro-social behaviors and leading by example.</p> <p>Minimum Qualification Requirements</p> <p>Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:</p> <p>1) One year of full-time work experience in the direction of employees in one of the following areas related to the manufacture/delivery of Iowa State Industries products or services:</p> <p>a. Wood Furniture Fabrication: cutting, planing, shaping, routing, gluing, staining, and assembling wood furniture.</p> <p>b. Upholstery Fabrication: cutting patterns, sewing, stitching, tacking, gluing, and assembling fabric and foam upholstery items.</p> <p>c. Braille Production: translation of printed documents into Literary and/or Nemeth Code Braille using the Perkins Braille writer and/or computer translation programs, thermoforming, binding, producing raised line drawings.</p> <p>d. Graphics Arts Production: layout, proofing, darkroom operation, screen-printing, press operation (offset, duplicator, desktop publishing), binding, and cost estimating. e. Chemical Formulation: mixing, blending, bottling, packaging, and labeling personal care, floor care, kitchen, laundry, and bathroom chemical products.</p> <p>f. Sign Fabrication: blanking, shaping, and forming metal, wood, and plastic into sign substrate. Application of reflective or non-reflective sheeting to substrate to produce traffic control signs.</p> <p>g. Warehouse Operations: receiving, accounting for, storing, and disbursing raw materials, component parts, and finished products. Loading, unloading, routing, and dispatching delivery vehicles.</p> <p>h. Service Center Operation: receiving, processing, recording, and fulfilling incoming telephonic calls. Initiating, recording, and servicing outgoing calls. Responding to and servicing mailed and electronically transferred requests for information; using computers to provide services.</p> <p>i. Industrial Safety: implementing and administering programs to ensure compliance with the standards of regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, etc.) in manufacturing plants. Providing safety training to personnel in industrial plants.</p> <p>j. Manufacturing Support Services and Production Control: coordinating the disbursement of raw materials and component parts to production shops; scheduling the output of production shops to ensure efficient final assembly; scheduling and routing delivery of finished goods; coordinating on-site installation of large projects between production, delivery, contracted vendors, and customers; inventory control; quality control; micrographics, or computer-based production control and support.</p> <p>2) One year of full-time work experience in the supervision and training of correctional residents or employees in the manufacture and delivery of products or services.</p> <p>3) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work in the Iowa Department of Corrections in a position requiring direct offender supervision.</p> <p>For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.</p> <p>Additional Qualification Requirements</p> <p>Within a period of time after hire, as determined by the appointing authority, persons in this class may be required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and endorsements.</p> <p>Why Choose the State of Iowa?</p> <p>At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset - our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice.</p> <p>Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:</p> <p>Competitive Compensation:</p> <p>Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.</p> <p>Keep in mind, your wage is just one part of your total compensation. Unlock the complete value of your employment with the State of Iowa by using our user-friendly Total Compensation Calculator. Gain insights into your comprehensive annual compensation, including salary and State-provided benefits.</p> <p>Health and Wellness:</p> <p>Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.</p> <p>Retirement Planning:</p> <p>We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind. Click here to learn more about IPERS.</p> <p>Paid Time Off:</p> <p>Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.</p> <p>Professional Development:</p> <p>Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.</p> <p>Employee Assistance Program (EAP):</p> <p>We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.</p> <p>Diversity and Inclusion:</p> <p>Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.</p> <p>Join Us - Elevate Your Career:</p> <p>Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa? Click here to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority!</p> <p>01</p> <p>Do you understand that the information provided on your application and resume must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your knowledge?</p> <p>Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.</p> <ul> <li>Yes - I understand and agree </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>02</p> <p>PLEASE READ CAREFULLY</p> <p>Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?</p> <ul> <li>No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq </li><li>Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq </li></ul> <p>03</p> <p>Do you have one year of full time experience in the direction of employees in one of the following areas related to the manufacture /delivery of Iowa State Industries products or services: a. Wood Furniture Fabrication b. Upholstery Fabrication c. Braille Production d. Graphics Arts Production e. Chemical Formulation f. Sign Fabrication g. Warehouse Operations h. Service Center Operation i. Industrial Safety j. Manufacturing Support Services and Production Control ( See job class description for further details)</p> <ul> <li>No. I do not have one year of full time experience in the direction of employees in one of the following areas related to the manufacture /delivery of Iowa State Industries products or services: a. Wood Furniture Fabrication b. Upholstery Fabrication c. Braille Production d. Graphics Arts Production e. Chemical Formulation f. Sign Fabrication g. Warehouse Operations h. Service Center Operation i. Industrial Safety j. Manufacturing Support Services and Production Control ( See job class description for further details) </li><li>Yes. I have one year of full time experience in the direction of employees in one of the following areas related to the manufacture /delivery of Iowa State Industries products or services: a. Wood Furniture Fabrication b. Upholstery Fabrication c. Braille Production d. Graphics Arts Production e. Chemical Formulation f. Sign Fabrication g. Warehouse Operations h. Service Center Operation i. Industrial Safety j. Manufacturing Support Services and Production Control </li></ul> <p>04</p> <p>Do you have one year of full-time work experience in the supervision/training of correctional residents or employees in the manufacture/delivery of products or services</p> <ul> <li>No. I do not have one year of full-time work experience in the supervision/training of correctional residents or employees in the manufacture/delivery of products or services </li><li>Yes. I have one year of full-time work experience in the supervision/training of correctional residents or employees in the manufacture/delivery of products or services </li></ul> <p>05</p> <p>Are you a state employee with current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work in the Iowa Department of Corrections in a position requiring direct offender supervision?</p> <ul> <li>No. I am not a state employee with current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work in the Iowa Department of Corrections in a position requiring direct offender supervision </li><li>Yes. I am a state employee with Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work in the Iowa Department of Corrections in a position requiring direct offender supervision </li></ul> <p>Required Question</p>