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Toolmaker Supervisor (Tool & Die Maker Foreman - UNICOR)
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
Department of Justice
Location
Milan, Michigan
Salary
$47.30 - $55.22
per hour
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves supervising a team of inmates in a federal prison factory, where they design, build, and repair tools, dies, and fixtures used in metal stamping and assembly.
The role focuses on providing vocational training to help inmates prepare for life after release while ensuring the prison's security.
It's a good fit for experienced toolmakers who are comfortable leading teams in a high-security environment and have a knack for working with people in challenging situations.
Key Requirements
- Proven ability to supervise staff and inmates effectively
- Aptitude and experience working with prisoners in a correctional setting
- Sufficient training and hands-on experience in tool and die making
- Skills in manufacturing, repairing, and rebuilding metal stamping dies and equipment
- Proficiency with conventional machine tools, CNC machines, and precision handwork
- Knowledge of working with metals (e.g., stainless steel, aluminum, titanium) and other materials (e.g., rubber, plastics)
- Commitment to maintaining institutional security as a primary responsibility
Full Job Description
Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.
To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements.
Applicants must have had sufficient training and experience to show their ability to perform the duties of the position.
Qualifications will be determined by comparing your application to the responses to the Applicant Assessment Questions against the guidelines found in the Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations, WS-3416 series.
To qualify for this position, you MUST meet the Barely Acceptable level on both screen-out elements (Ability to supervise) and (Aptitude for work with prisoners); receive at least one half of the total possible points; AND you must furnish detailed information on your resume to support your assessment responses to demonstrate that you clearly possess the experience and skills to successfully perform the duties of this position.
Failure to specifically identify skills in this field may result in your score being lowered or in being found ineligible for this vacancy.
**Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.** Major Duties:
This position is located in the Federal Prison Industries, UNICOR Factory, Federal Correctional Institution (FCI), Milan, Michigan.
Provides employment and training for inmates in designing, building and repairing of tools, dies and fixtures for stamping and assembling metal products.
Involved with the manufacturing, repairing, and rebuilding of metal stamping dies, metal piercing details, and items of equipment from raw stock of different metals and metal alloys such as stainless steel alloys, aluminum titanium, magnesium and other materials such as rubber, plastics, and nylon through the use of conventional or computer numerical control (CNC) machine tools and precision handwork.
Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution.
The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.
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