Working Title: Corrections Manufacturing Specialist-Sales & Service

Job Class: Corrections Manufacturing Specialist-Sales & Service

Agency: Corrections Dept

- Job ID: 96328
- Location: Moose Lake
- Telework Eligible: No
- Full/Part Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 08/14/2026
- Closing Date: 09/01/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Corrections Dept / Corr-Willow Rv-Moose Lk-AFSCME
- Division/Unit: Minn Corr Facl - Moose Lake / ML Industry 3
- Work Shift/Work Hours: 6:10 am - 2:10 pm
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: No
- Salary Range: $34.16 - $39.66 / hourly; $71,326 - $82,810 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME
- Work Area: (Required for AFSCME)
- FLSA Status: Nonexempt
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. This position exists to be a primary liaison with MINNCOR Industries' dealers, vendors and customers by coordinating activities related to manufacturing, sales, logistics and inventory of its product lines. This position will administer, set pricing and disburse orders, arrange shipments as necessary, oversee quality control and control product line raw material and finished goods inventories. Supplies technical expertise to MINNCOR and its markets in the production upgrading, transportation, repair and maintenance of its product lines.

Hire, train and supervise an offender work force to support all the above functions.

This position is located at the Minnesota Correctional Facility-Moose Lake and has direct contact with Incarcerated Persons.

Minimum Qualifications To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Only applicants whose application materials clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for the position. To ensure accurate evaluation, your resume must clearly describe your experience in the required areas.

Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

- Experience working in a manufacturing setting coordinating multiple areas associated with manufacturing including customer relations, production, sales and product transportation.
- Experience analyzing and maintaining inventory levels to ensure adequate inventory to enable shipment to go out as ordered.
- Experience overseeing quality control of manufactured products to ensure that all products are ready at the time promised for delivery.

Applicants meeting the above qualifications will be further assessed on the following:

- Basic personal computer skills including e-mail software skills.
- Customer service skills to effectively and diplomatically deal with customer complaints and inquiries and to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Ability to train and direct the work of others.
- Ability to prioritize work load to ensure product is ready at time promised.





Preferred Qualifications The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:

- Knowledge of MINNCOR's product lines.
- Experience in direct sales and customer service in a manufacturing setting.
- Experience with material handling equipment sufficient to operate a forklift.
- Experience supervising incarcerated offenders.
- Experience directing logistical supply of raw materials to the factory for production.
- Experience using Microsoft Word, Outlook, Microsoft AX, and/or Excel.
- Experience in print estimating.
- Experience in prepress file design.
- Experience in bindery operations.

Physical Requirements The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position and may be required to complete a tuberculosis screening. For a copy of the PDA, please email Tracy Larsen at [email protected] Additional Requirements The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.

Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.

New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

How To Apply

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Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Tracy Larsen at [email protected] To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Tracy Larsen at [email protected].

About Corrections Dept

Go from a job to a meaningful career with the Minnesota Department of Corrections where we work to transform lives for a safer Minnesota! We hold people responsible for the offenses they commit while giving them the tools they need to succeed as they transition back to our communities. These people may be incarcerated in our correctional facilities or be under our supervision in the community.

No matter a person’s custody status, our mindset is the same: a person’s path to rejoining the community starts on the day they begin serving their sentence. Become part of this mindset by joining our team! With the DOC you will find many promotional opportunities, great State of Minnesota benefits, competitive pay, free parking,



and workout facilities at most locations.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

- A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your Benefits May Include

- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support To Help You Reach Your Career Goals

- Training, classes, and career development
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) For Work/life Support

- A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal prospect, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at (phone hidden) or email [email protected] and let us know the support you need.

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