Preceptor, Machining

Cuyahoga Community College; Cleveland, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cuyahoga Community College seeks a Preceptor, Machining to coordinate and deliver hands-on workforce training in machining and advanced manufacturing. You will instruct in classroom and lab settings for credit and non-credit courses, oversee lab safety, and help students gain skills for manufacturing jobs.

Ideal candidates have NIMS Level II or Journeyperson status, or an associate degree with CNC experience, and prior teaching in workforce education.

Qualifications

• NIMS Level II credential, Journeyperson status, or an associate’s degree with hands-on CNC experience.
• Significant related experience may substitute for education.
• Prior experience teaching in workforce or adult education setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction in machining and advanced manufacturing, including CNC programming and metrology.
• Coordinate and evaluate machining training programs and assessments.
• Monitor student progress, certifications, and training outcomes to support success and credential completion.

Skills

CAM software

CNC controls

GD&T interpretation

CMM software

Learning Management Systems

Education

NIMS Level II credential

Journeyperson status

Associate degree in Machining/Manufacturing

Tools

CNC mills

Lathes

CNC routers

Metrology equipment

Job description

Department: Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering

Reports To: Director, Advanced Manufacturing

Recruitment Type: External/Internal

Requisition ID:req7468

Employment Type: Full-Time Support Staff

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: Standard College Hours: M-F, 8:30am-5pm with some evenings

Number of Openings: 1

Job Description:

SUMMARY

The Preceptor, Machining is responsible for coordinating, delivering, and evaluating workforces training programs in the machining and advanced manufacturing programs. The Preceptor provides hands‑on instruction in classroom and laboratory environments for both credit and non-credit classes, participates in programmatic oversight to ensure students develop the skills needed in the manufacturing workforce, and oversees the machining laboratories safety protocols.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides classroom, laboratory, and hands‑on instruction in machining and advanced manufacturing, including CNC machining and programming, precision measurement, blueprint reading, manufacturing processes, quality control, industrial safety, and related manufacturing technologies.
• Coordinates, implements, and evaluates machining and advanced manufacturing training programs, including planning, scheduling, instruction, and assessment.
• Assists in the monitoring of student progress, competency attainment, certifications, and training outcomes to support student success, retention, credential completion, and employment readiness.
• Assists in maintaining accurate course, laboratory, and program records, including attendance, assessments, certifications, inventories and program required documentation.
• Monitors and assists students in laboratory settings while enforcing laboratory policies, procedures, and safe operation of equipment and machinery.
• Oversees the ordering, receiving, storing, and management of lab supplies and materials necessary for instructional and training activities.
• In the absence of the Lab Supervisor, manages the daily operations of manufacturing laboratories, including CNC mills, lathes, CNC routers, metrology equipment, additive manufacturing equipment, fabrication technologies, tooling, and related instructional resources.
• Communicates classroom and laboratory set up, operational needs, maintenance and calibration needs to Lab Supervisor.
• Enforces institutional, regulatory, and occupational safety standards and ensures safety training has been completed to maintain compliance with all applicable safety requirements.
• Participates in the development, revision, and continuous improvement of curriculum, training materials, and competency-based workforce programs.
• Integrates emerging manufacturing technologies, industry standards, trends, and best practices into instruction.
• Assists in the delivery of credit and non-credit workforce training programs using industry-aligned curriculum and instructional methods tailored to incumbent workers, career changers, secondary students, and adult learners.
• Supports the Director, Advanced Manufacturing with building and maintaining collaborative relationships with employers, educational partners, community stakeholders, and advisory committees, helping to identify workforce needs and expand training opportunities.
• Participates in departmental meetings, accreditation activities, and ongoing professional development to maintain technical and instructional expertise.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATIONAND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

• National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS)level II credential, Journeyperson status, or an associate’s degree inMachining, manufacturing technology, or related field with currenthands-on CNC machining experience.
• Significant related experience may substitutefor education.
• Prior experience teaching and/or training in aworkforce or adult education setting.
• Demonstrated experience making sound decisionsthat affect a work unit or team.
• Demonstrated experience requiring problem-solvingin a variety of situations.

KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Demonstrated basic proficiency with CAM software,CNC controls, GD&T interpretation, CMM and metrology software, and Learning Management Systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in CNC machining, setup,operation, programming troubleshooting, and process improvement.
• Ability to manufacture parts to print, maintaintolerances to ±0.0005 inches, and accurately interpret engineeringdrawings, blueprints, and GD&T specifications.
• Demonstrated proficiency with CNC controls, CAMsoftware, metrology equipment, CMM software, and other manufacturingtechnologies used in modern machining environments.
• Ability to safely operate, maintain, and instructstudents on a variety of manufacturing and fabrication equipment,including CNC mills, lathes, CNC routers, drill presses, and relatedtools.
• Knowledge of machining processes, precisionmeasurement techniques, quality control methods, tooling selection, andmanufacturing best practices.
• Ability to effectively teach and demonstratetechnical concepts to students with varying skill levels, learning styles,and backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently while effectivelycoordinating projects, programs, and instructional activities.
• Demon started project management skills,including planning, implantation, tracking, and evaluation of traininginitiatives.
• Ability to analyze problems, troubleshootequipment and processes, and develop practical solutions.
• Ability to maintain confidential and sensitiveinformation with professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to represent the College professionallywhile supporting employer engagement, workforce partnerships, andcommunity outreach.
• Ability to read micrometers, calipers, andprints.
• Possess sensitivity to respond appropriately tothe needs of students and the community.

COMPETENCIES

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

• Quality of Work

VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

• Communication

IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

(The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• The work is performed partially in a normal,professional office environment and partially in a machining shopenvironment.
• The office work area is adequately lit, heated,and ventilated.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably toperform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions withhands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there may be some walking; standing;bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books,etc.
• Work may also require walking and standing inconjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences awayfrom the worksite.
• The machining shop is an environment in whichemployees will be exposed to sufficient noise that may cause an employeeto shout to be heard above the noise level, hazards such as proximity tomoving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, chemicals, metal chips, andmetalworking fluids.
• Employees will be required to wear appropriatePPE including, but not limited to, safety classes, hearing protection, andclosed-toe or safety-toe footwear.

Target Starting Salary Range: $65,000 to $75,000
The final offer for the successful candidate is targeted to fall within this range but will be based upon an assessment of internal equity, the unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications in relation to the minimum and/or preferred job requirement(s).

Special Note:

If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure .

Special Instructions to Applicants:

During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.