Food Industry Mechatronics Instructor - Hands-on PLC Training

Lincoln-Tech; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Lincoln Tech’s Custom Training division in Indianapolis is seeking a Food Industry Technology (FIT) Instructor to deliver hands-on, student-centered training in food processing, manufacturing, and related fields, using real-world projects and industry curricula.

You will teach in classrooms, labs, and partner facilities; mentor students; develop curriculum; collaborate with partners; and keep accurate records while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Industry experience in food processing or related manufacturing fields.
• Proficiency in mechatronics systems, ladder logic programming, and PLC troubleshooting and instruction.
• Experience with MS Office, AutoCAD, data networking, or similar technologies.
• Instructional experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; bilingual is a plus.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent industry experience.
• Daily and overnight travel to partner facilities may be required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction in classrooms, labs, and partner facilities with engaging methods.
• Organize objectives, maintain safe and inclusive learning environments, adapt to learning styles.
• Mentor students through advisement, tutoring, and skill development.
• Develop and enhance curriculum with learning aids and assessments.
• Collaborate with industry partners and internal teams to meet real-world needs.
• Maintain records for attendance, grades, and progress; communicate concerns.
• Promote safety and compliance in all learning environments.

Skills

Mechatronics

Ladder logic

PLC troubleshooting

MS Office

Data networking

Bilingual

Communication

Problem-solving

Professionalism

Education

Associate / Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Lincoln Tech’s Custom Training division in Indianapolis is seeking a Food Industry Technology (FIT) Instructor to deliver hands-on, student-centered training in food processing, manufacturing, and related fields, using real-world projects and industry curricula.

You will teach in classrooms, labs, and partner facilities; mentor students; develop curriculum; collaborate with partners; and keep accurate records while upholding safety and regulatory standards.