CNC Instructor

Vincennes University; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vincennes University Gene Haas Technical Education Center – Lebanon, IN is seeking a CNC instructor to lead Haas CNC mill and lathe training, manage student enrollment and performance, and contribute to program development.

You will develop and implement CNC training programs, engage a diverse student body, and build partnerships with local manufacturing industries to expand the center’s offerings. Some travel to onsite industry training may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in machining or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Bachelor’s degree in machining or a related field from a regionally accredited institution
• National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Credentials: Measurement, Materials, & Safety and Job Planning, Benchwork, and Layout
• 3 years of relevant industry experience as a machinist
• 2 years of setup and operation experience with Haas CNC mills and lathes
• 1-year experience with Haas CNC programming (G & M-Code)
• 1-year experience with MasterCAM programming
• Community college teaching experience (preferred)
• More than three years of relevant industry experience as a machinist (preferred)
• Conversational mill/lathe programming (preferred)
• Multi-Axis milling and turning (preferred)
• Manual machining (preferred)
• Welding and fabrication (preferred)
• Tooling & Workholding (preferred)
• Coordinate Measuring Machine operation (preferred)
• Metrology, Quality Control, and Print Reading (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Teach courses to a diverse student body of nontraditional and traditional learners.
• Develop a variety of effective teaching techniques and assessment methods.
• Engage student interest to support a variety of learning styles.
• Participate in planning and delivery of the curriculum to meet instructional needs of the GHTEC.
• Assist with development of the HTEC and related training and certification programs.
• Support installation, implementation, and maintenance of CNC and manual machining equipment and systems for training and certification.
• Train industrial and manufacturing customers.
• Maintain records of student enrollment and performance.
• Interact professionally with internal and external partners, stakeholders, and students.
• Cultivate partnerships with related program industry members.
• Maintain familiarity with hiring practices and skill requirements for local manufacturing occupations.
• Foster and promote Vincennes University’s educational programs and activities.
• Maintain established classroom and office hours.
• Occasionally lift or move materials and equipment; travel may be required for onsite industry training.

Job description

Description

VINCENNES UNIVERSITY POSITION DESCRIPTION

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Haas Technical Education Center CNC Instructor is responsible to the Assistant Vice President of Outreach & Engagement for the delivery of quality instruction and management of students enrolled in CNC training. Responsibilities will include the instruction, development, implementation, and evaluation of CNC training programs in collaboration with peers. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Teach courses to a diverse student body of nontraditional and traditional learners.
• Develop a variety of effective teaching techniques and assessment methods.
• Engage student interest to support a variety of learning styles.
• Participate in the planning and delivery of the curriculum necessary to meet the instructional needs of the GHTEC.
• Helping with the ongoing development of the HTEC and related training and certification programs at Vincennes University.
• Support installation, implementation, and maintenance of CNC and manual machining equipment and systems for training and certification.
• Train industrial and manufacturing customers.
• Maintain records of student enrollment and performance.
• Interact professionally in person and online with internal and external partners, stakeholders, and students.
• Cultivate partnerships with related program industry members
• Maintain familiarity with the hiring practices and skill requirements for local manufacturing and machining industry occupations.
• Foster and promote Vincennes University’s educational programs and activities.
• Maintain established classroom and office hours.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move materials and equipment.
• Work and prioritize duties independently.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work environment.
• Exhibit excellent organizational skills.
• Some travel may be required to facilitate onsite industry training. The employee must possess a valid driver''s license.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education Required:

• Associate degree in machining or a related field from a regionally accredited institution

National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Credentials: Measurement, Materials, & Safety and Job Planning, Benchwork, and Layout

Education Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in machining or a related field from a regionally accredited institution

• Four or more NIMS credentials

Experience Required:

• 3 years of relevant industry experience as a machinist
• 2 years of experience with setup and operation of Haas CNC mills and lathes
• 1-year experience with Haas CNC programming, including G&M-Code
• 1-year experience with MasterCAM programming

Experience Preferred:

• Community college teaching experience
• More than three years of relevant industry experience as a machinist
• Conversational mill/lathe programming
• Multi-Axis on mills and lathes
• Manual machining
• Welding and fabrication
• Tooling & Workholding
• Coordinate Measuring Machine Operation
• General Metrology, Quality Control, and Print Reading

LANGUAGE SKILLS

College level appropriate for teaching, recruitment, and retention of students and representation of Vincennes University.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Skills appropriate to effectively teach, forecast needs, and generate reports.

REASONING SKILLS

Strong problem-solving skills.

INTERPERSONAL

SKILLS
Excellent oral & written communication skills. Friendly, outgoing, respectful attitude.

POSITION LOCATION:

Vincennes University Gene Haas Technical Education Center – Lebanon, IN

Requirements

Interested applicants should submit a Vincennes University application, cover letter, resume/cv, and full contact information for three professional references.

Summary

Vincennes University (VU) is a premier learning institution widely recognized for its leadership in innovation and the delivery of successful educational experiences. VU develops people and enhances communities through accessible, high-quality academic programs, strategic partnerships, and active engagement.

Vincennes University is an accredited, equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Vincennes University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment, in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College\'s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.