Warehouse Foreman

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. You will find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you will have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

As part of the Indiana Department of Correction, the Wabash Valley Correctional Facility promotes public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re‑entry. We strive to model best correctional practices, return productive citizens to our communities, and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity and professionalism. This multi‑level security adult male facility is located in Carlisle, Indiana and offers both minimum and maximum security programs, including the Special Needs Acclimation Program (SNAP).

The facility also heavily involves the community, supporting local food pantries, schools, and other community organizations.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $37,648.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

• Maintain detailed inventory records and exercise inventory control of the items ordered.
• Calculate monthly, quarterly, and yearly inventory reports and ensure accuracy.
• Implement on‑the‑job training for new offenders.
• Supervise offender workers with emphasis on safety and security.
• Complete offender evaluations as required.
• Receive general deliveries from common carriers and ensure purchase order and packing slip accuracy.
• Complete receiver information and tag fixed assets in People Soft.
• Prepare purchase orders of facility supplies and maintain supply inventory.
• Maintain key and tool control utilized by warehouse staff or offender workers.
• Complete ACA documentation and tool log.
• Assign offender jobs daily based on current/daily priority.
• Teach Offender Fork Truck training and certification.
• Evaluate and reorganize record‑keeping or storage procedures as necessary.
• Assist with uniform distribution as needed.
• During facility emergencies, assist with operations as needed.
• Perform work in accordance with approved health and safety practices.
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

• Three (3) years of experience in ordering & receiving supplies, shipping, and/or distributing supplies, materials, or equipment. A combination of related work experience and accredited college training in a related field may be considered.
• Thorough knowledge of requisition, disbursing procedures, and inventory control procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of stock items, their locations, and the proper methods of storing a variety of goods and supplies based upon efficient space utilization and a variety of state and federal regulations.
• Ability to train and direct the work of offenders assigned to the warehouse and provide appropriate security measures.
• Ability to maintain detailed, accurate inventory records and purchasing records.
• Ability to operate forklift, pallet jack, refrigeration truck, box truck, golf cart and other mechanical equipment in the warehouse.
• Capable of traveling to various vendor locations and businesses, Central office, and other state agencies.
• Ability to observe offenders and staff and accurately recall detail to write concise reports.
• Ability to work under emergency conditions.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program:
  Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi‑weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully‑funded pension plan options
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