Worker Experiences
Correction Enterprises plays a major role in preparing the inmate for the transition back into the community. Enterprises mission statement addresses its responsibility to provide inmates with rehabilitative opportunities through meaningful work experiences.
In many instances, the training provided by Enterprises staff is supplemented by other, more formal training programs. The furniture industry and textile industry provide training through the local community college for which the inmates receive a certification or diploma. Inmates employed in the print industry have the opportunity to participate in an apprenticeship program sponsored by the Department of Labor. Upon completion, inmate workers are certified as journeyman tradesman.
Print Plant
Inmate Chris Benino is a participant in the apprenticeship program. He plans to use his apprenticeship certification as an offset press operator upon release. Staff at the Nash Print Plant say that Inmate Benino is an exceptional employee who has good work ethics and the right attitude.(Back To List)
Meat Processing
Inmate Eric Winston began in the Meat Processing Plant training as a meat cutter. He eventually learned all operations within the section. "I was there for two years and it was good training," said Winston. "I enjoyed my work but knew I needed to possess more skills, so as soon as I got the chance, I submitted a request for promotion. They advanced me to the shipping and receiving section."
"I worked hard to get the opportunity to be promoted. I knew the more skills and experience I had, the more valuable I was to the Meat Processing Plant, and to myself as I try to get a job. The skills I have developed here are transferable to many work environments."(Back To List)