Wheelchair Production Specialist

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Four days per week to direct all activities related to wheelchair manufacturing mainly dealing with making seating systems for a pediatric wheelchair that occur in the shop located inside the South Dakota State Penitentiary in Sioux Falls.
• Plan, schedule and supervise activities of trustee and inmates from South Dakota Prison on a daily basis.
• Develop and maintain accurate inventory for all parts used in manufacturing and refurbishing process. Report inventory needs within the prison.
• Successfully complete all training requirements of South Dakota Department of Correction.
• Follow all safety procedures and promote safety among employees, inmates and volunteers.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Learn how to build seating systems for Hope Haven Kid Chairs including sewing.

Qualifications: 

• Excellent organization and documentation skills. Good verbal and written communication and leadership skills.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and ability to acquire Class D license when required and be an insurable driver with our insurance company.
• Must have basic mechanical skills to operate power tools, including saws, and drills in manufacturing wheelchairs. Ability to organize inventory in storage areas
• Positive customer/vendor relations.
• Ability to pass a health assessment at the time of higher and ability to maintain up-to-date health assessment as required per regulations. Knowledge of wheelchair and components.
• A mix of mental toughness and compassion to be able to control and supervise inmate workers according to SDSP Rules and Regulations.
• Negative drug screening. Clearance from all applicable ground background checks as required by service standards.

Physical Requirements: 

• Requires physical ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.  

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.