Commonwealth of Kentucky

Correctional Industries Production Coord

Commonwealth of Kentucky  •  $42k/yr  •  Kentucky (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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6/15/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

26-02725

Correctional Industries Production Coord

Pay Grade
13

Salary

$41,903.76 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections

Location

266 Water St
Eddyville, KY 42038 USA

Description

Kentucky Correctional Industries (KCI) was established in 1954 and have since provided goods and services for
the private industry as well as the citizens of Kentucky. Currently, Correctional Industries is comprised of
15 separate types of industry, maintained in 8 correctional facilities across the state. Correctional
Industries employ more than 700 inmates teaching job skills to reduce recidivism and make these individuals
more productive members of society.

The Correctional Industries Production Coordinator plays a vital role in the mission of KCI by overseeing the
manufacturing and production operation.

Responsibilities may include:

  • Training and coordinating the work of inmates
  • Providing and maintaining a safe work area
  • Coordinating specific manufacturing operations
  • Preparing purchase documents
  • Working alongside vendors, managers, and central office
  • Calculating inmate payroll
  • Managing and running reports
  • Tracking and updating inventory

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader who is able to manage multiple tasks and remain calm under
stressful situations. If you are seeking a meaningful career where you will be rewarded and challenged, please
apply today. We would love to look at your application!

Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
Must have two years of specific trade(s) experience in welding, metalworking, woodworking, sewing machine operating, sign making, graphic arts, offset, photolithographic or screen process printing, wood furniture making, paneling, clothing manufacturing, furniture upholstering, furniture refinishing, mattress manufacturing, soap manufacturing, metal fabricating, embroidery, two-way radio repair, or data entry work. One year of the required experience must include the supervision of employees in any field.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
Additional education in one of the above fields will substitute for one year of the specific trades experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
NONE

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in a shop setting within a correction facility. Work environment is hazardous due to working in a state correctional facility with inmates.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jessica Smith at JessicaA.Smith@ky.gov

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Commonwealth of Kentucky

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Frankfort, Kentucky
Year Founded
1792
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