Rough Rider Industries

Rough Rider Industries recently upgraded our fiber laser with a new machine from a global leader in metalworking machinery and sheet metal fabrication solutions. This advanced equipment incorporates the latest technology and significantly increases our manufacturing capabilities and efficiency.

With new technology comes new learning opportunities. The implementation of the new fiber laser required residents and staff to complete extensive training on the machine’s operating software. After successfully completing a weeks-long course, our laser operators earned certificates of completion demonstrating their proficiency with the new system (notice our leader is not holding a certificate). 😊

The company’s software trainer spoke highly of the residents and staff, praising both their existing fiber laser knowledge and their ability to quickly master the new software package.

At RRI, investing in technology means investing in people—equipping residents with valuable, industry-relevant skills that support successful reentry and future employment opportunities.

As we continue recognizing the dedicated staff who help develop employability skills among residents, today’s spotlight shines on our Furniture Fabrication and Design Department Team at the North Dakota State Penitentiary.

These team members oversee one of Rough Rider Industries’ busiest manufacturing operations. RRI has earned a reputation not only for producing high-quality products, but also for its creativity and ability to bring some of the most challenging customer concepts to life.

Residents working in this area gain valuable hands-on experience by creating product designs using AutoCAD software and once approved, guiding those concepts through the manufacturing process from start to finish. Through this work, they develop technical, problem-solving, and teamwork skills that prepare them for future employment opportunities.

We would like to thank our RRI Furniture Fabrication and Design team for the outstanding work they do each day. As one of our newest team members recently said, “RRI Helps Build Resident Futures.”