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TDCJ - Industrial Specialist III - Metal Fab Produ

Texas Department of Criminal Justice - SET

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Compensation
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Location
Palestine, TX
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Job overview

The Industrial Specialist III reports daily to the Powledge Metal Fab Facility and oversees inmate work on assigned tasks. The role includes controlling finished-product quality and quantity, maintaining machinery and equipment, providing job safety training, securing tools and equipment, and preparing reports. Applicants need qualifying metal fabrication or production/manufacturing experience; welding certification may substitute for one year of required experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Metal FabricationProduction OperationsCorrectional ExperienceLaw Enforcement ExperienceProblem SolvingQuality ControlWorkflow ProceduresCommunicationMetal Properties

Qualifications

1 Year Metal Fab or 2 Years Production ExperienceWelding Certification or Experience Substitution

Full job description

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=107257andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionApplicants must submit both a rsum and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.* To expedite the application process, please attach your valid government-issued photo identification card, your social security card or proof of authorization to work in the United States, and your proof of education (official diploma or transcript) * Job Duties:This position reports to the Powledge Metal Fab Facility on a daily basis. Duties include: the overseeing work of inmates on assigned tasks, ensuring quality and quantity control of finished products, the maintenance of machinery and equipment, job safety training of inmates, maintaining security of tools machinery and equipment, preparing reports and other related documents.You'd be a GOOD fit if:You have one-year full-time experience in metal fabrication or two years full-time experience in any production or manufacturing operation.You have correctional or law enforcement experience.Welding certification obtained by completing thirty semester hours may substitute for one year of the required experience. You'd be a GREAT fit if:You have knowledge of methods and procedures along with problem solving techniques used in a metal fabrication facility.You have experience with quality control standards in relation to production and understanding workflow procedures in a manufacturing environment.You have great communication skills and are able to communicate your ideas, and instructions clearly to staff, administration, and workers within the facility.You have knowledge of methods and procedures for metal fabrication and properties of metal. *For the full Job Description, please click the link below:Industrial Specialist III Additional Information:Travel 25% - Position may spend 15 nights away per month Work Site Visits Yes Study Material No Pre-Service Training Academy Required Yes Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position Hazardous Duty *Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.Contact Information: Questions concerning this Questions concerning the applicationposition can be directed to: process can be directed to: Lisa Mclane Kathy ChandonnetHiring Manager OR Human Resources936-437-6559 [email protected] [email protected] Important Note to the Candidate:Military PreferenceTo receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.Military Occupation Specialty Codeshttps://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptionsClick on the occupational category for the position.Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.Applications submitted through Work in TexasWork In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.EligibilityAn applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponso ship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment. EEO Statement: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 applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,025 open Production jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 30, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$85–127K/yr208 salary ranges
  • Texas median$19/hr26 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 133 open Production jobs in Texas and 2,025 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Production postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (619 postings).
Education
120 of the 2,025 open Production jobs (6%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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