11/20/2024

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Oregon Corrections Enterprises (OCE) is dedicated to quality, sustainability, and innovation. At our Metal Shop, were maximizing material use, minimizing waste, and creating skill-building opportunities for adults in custody. Click the "Read More" button to learn how our commitment to efficiency benefits customers, the community, and the environment.

11/01/2024

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In this latest edition of Voices, Trevor Sorenson talks about his role as an AIC Clerk III at OCE's Garment Factory. With nearly three years of experience, Trevor shares how OCE has supported his journey from building production skills to preparing for a stable job after release. From working with major clients to managing tasks in the factory, Trevor discusses how these experiences are helping him achieve his personal and professional goals.

10/17/2024

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Kevin Litscher shares his experience working at the OCE Machine Shop as a lead carpenter, highlighting the diverse projects they undertake and the invaluable skills he has gained. He emphasizes the program's commitment to helping individuals prepare for successful reintegration into society.

10/02/2024

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Join us as we take you through the journey of creating a stunning dais for the City of Silverton's new City Hall! This video showcases the meticulous process from initial design to final installation.

09/17/2024

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The City of Silverton recently completed its long-awaited new City Hall and Police Station, a 26,000 square foot facility that will serve the community for years to come. Oregon Corrections Enterprises (OCE) is proud to have contributed to the project by crafting the dais and a decorative wall from repurposed wood, as well as a custom bench at the entrance. The wood used was sourced from both a tree on the property and the former Eugene Field School, keeping local history alive in this modern building.

09/03/2024

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Watch as OCE installs an 18-hole disc golf course at Chemeketa Community College, bringing outdoor fun and recreation to the campus. See the teamwork and effort that went into building this exciting new addition!

08/26/2024

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OCE Administrator Melanie Doolin recently sat down with the Tri-Cities Journal of Business to discuss the transformative programs at Oregon Corrections Enterprises. She highlighted how OCE is helping incarcerated individuals build essential job skills and gain confidence, setting them on the path to successful reentry into society.

08/06/2024

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We have partnered with the National Prison Braille Network which provides the opportunity for anyone who graduates from a prison braille transcription center to join an apprenticeship program.

07/23/2024

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While the Garment Factory is known primarily for producing jeans, coats, and shirts, the Specialty Line's role in handling a vast array of miscellaneous garment and non-garment projects is often overlooked.

07/09/2024

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"If it were not for the opportunities that OCE provides, it is likely that I would not have discovered within myself a confidence and creativity that has helped me become a better version of myself. They gave me the tools to improve my mindset and the desire to grow as an individual who has made my family proud of me."