Machine Tool Technology Program Director #2706

Trident Technical College; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident Technical College in Charleston, South Carolina seeks a Program Director for the Machine Tool Technology program. This role provides instructional leadership and administrative oversight, guiding curriculum development, accreditation, budgeting, facilities, and industry partnerships to meet workforce needs and prepare students for careers in advanced manufacturing and machining.

The director will work with students, faculty, industry partners, and college leadership to maintain a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Machine Tool Technology or Industrial Technology, or an associate degree with 2+ years related experience.
• Experience teaching in higher education or technical programs.
• Strong leadership in curriculum development, program assessment, accreditation, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to recruit, mentor, and evaluate adjunct faculty and staff.

Responsibilities

• Teach Machine Tool Technology courses through multiple delivery methods (traditional, hybrid, online).
• Coordinate curriculum development, assessment, accreditation activities, advisory committee engagement, budgeting, and facilities management.
• Develop, review, and revise curriculum, syllabi, and materials to align with industry standards and workforce needs.
• Evaluate student performance and drive continuous improvement using data and evaluations.
• Recruit, supervise, mentor, and evaluate adjunct faculty and instructional staff.
• Advise and mentor students on academic planning, transfer opportunities, and career pathways.
• Stay current with industry trends in machining, CAD/CAM, and manufacturing systems.
• Participate in college committees and industry partnerships.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Student support

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability to new technologies

Leadership and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Machine Tool Technology or Industrial Technology

Associate degree + 2+ years related industry experience

Tools

CAD/CAM programming

Blueprint reading

CNC machining knowledge

Job description

Job Responsibilities

TheMachine Tool Technology Program Director provides instructional leadership and administrative oversight for the Machine Tool Technology program. This position is responsible for teaching courses, developing and maintaining curriculum, supporting student success initiatives, managing program operations, and ensuring instructional quality. The Academic Program Director works closely with students, faculty, industry partners, and college leadership to maintain a high-quality program that meets workforce needs and prepares students for careers in advanced manufacturing and machining technologies

Key responsibilities include:

• Teach Machine Tool Technology courses through traditional, hybrid, online, and other instructional delivery methods. Develop and maintain an engaging learning environment that supports student achievement and workforce readiness.
• Coordinate all aspects of the academic program, including curriculum development and assessment, accreditation activities, advisory committee engagement, budget administration, equipment planning, and facilities management.
• Develop, review, and revise curriculum, courses, syllabi, and instructional materials to ensure alignment with industry standards, emerging technologies, and workforce demands.
• Evaluate student performance and implement strategies to promote teaching and learning excellence through the use of student success data, course evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recruit, supervise, mentor, and evaluate adjunct faculty while providing leadership and support for instructional activities within the program.
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic planning, program requirements, transfer opportunities, career pathways, and employment opportunities. Support student recruitment, retention, and job placement activities.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, technologies, equipment, processes, and instructional best practices related to conventional machining, CNC machining, CAD/CAM programming, and manufacturing systems.
• Participate in college committees, community outreach activities, industry partnerships, professional development opportunities, and other initiatives that support the mission of the College.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

This position requires a bachelor's degree in Machine Tool Technology, Industrial Technology, or a closely related field; OR an associate degree PLUS a minimum of two (2) years of related industry experience that includes both conventional machining and CNC equipment setup and operation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in higher education, technical education, workforce training, or a related instructional environment.
• Experience with conventional machining, CNC machining (including 5-axis mill & live tooling lathe), machine setup and operation, and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM programming, blueprint reading, tool design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with curriculum development, program assessment, accreditation, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or evaluating faculty, instructors, or technical personnel.
• Strong organizational, communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to emerging technologies and evolving instructional methods.
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, employers, and community partners.

Additional Comments

Teaching assignments may include day, evening, weekend, online, continuing education, and off-site courses. The successful candidate must be able to function in an environment characterized by continual changes in technology and instructional methods. This position requires the ability to lift up to 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds, stoop, kneel, crawl, and stand or walk for extended periods.