PT Lab Assistant – Manufacturing Engineering Technologies-Machining

Lansing Community College; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Lansing Community College’s Technology Careers Division seeks a part-time Lab Assistant for the Machining Lab to assist with instruction and guide student projects in a hands-on environment. The role supports the instructor, coordinates lab readiness, and helps ensure safety and proper PPE while maintaining a collaborative, inclusive learning space at LCC West Campus.

Hours can include daytime, evenings, or weekends; pay is based on the PT salary schedule and qualifications, with on-campus

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in manufacturing field or HS diploma with related experience.
• Basic machining and fabrication skills.
• Familiarity with CAD software and reading engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with non-structural welding and operation of industrial machinery.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lab instruction and student projects.
• Ensure lab is prepared with tools and materials.
• Maintain inventory and maintenance of lab supplies.
• Promote shop safety and proper PPE usage.

Skills

Basic machining

Fabrication skills

CAD software

Print reading

Industrial machinery

Education

Assoc degree manufacturing field

HS diploma or GED with related experience

Tools

CAD software tools

Job description

Title: PT Lab Assistant – Manufacturing Engineering Technologies-Machining

This position is open until filled.

Thedate after which applications are not guaranteed reviewis: 08/07/2026

Hours Per Week: Up to 30 Hours

Compensation Type:PT Academic Prof-Pay Based on PT Salary Schedule

New Hire Starting Pay: Rate of pay is based on the required qualifications of this position.

Employee Classification: PT Faculty Lab/ILF- Non ACC

Level:PT Faculty Lab Tech-AD

Division: Technical Careers Division - 406000

Department: Advanced Manufacturing Program - 406200

Campus Location: LCC West Campus

Position Type: Regular/Continuing

Bargaining Unit: MAHE

To view the applicable labor contract, visit the Labor Relations web site.

For information about the benefits offered, please visit the Benefits web site.

Job Summary:

Lansing Community College’s Technical Careers Division provides over 30 innovative program areas. Our collaborative and flexible team environment works with the local, regional, and national community for the success of every student. We believe in each other and find joy in our work, never stop learning or growing and we are guided by strong character, ethics, and integrity. We make a difference. Our dedication to diversity, inclusion, and universal access underscores our commitment to fostering an inclusive educational culture. If you seek an opportunity to work with a great team of faculty and staff committed to student success in a professionally driven environment, then consider the following opportunity.

Functions as the secondary source of instruction in the Machining Lab to support instruction provided by the instructor of record. Assists students in completing lab projects and assignments by providing necessary instruction. Provides evaluation of student performance as requested by the instructor of record. Ensures that the lab is prepared with all required tools and materials for the assigned class and planned instruction. Inspects the lab and classroom area after each class to ensure proper cleanup of the facility. Coordinates the ordering, inventorying, and maintenance of lab supplies, tools, equipment. Must be able to effectively communicate and demonstrate knowledge of specific technical skills in the lab to a diverse student population. Must have the ability to collaborate with students and peers in order to establish an environment where safety is not compromised. The successful candidate will be an advocate for shop safety and be very familiar with Personal Protective Equipment and safe industrial practices. Work hours may be daytime, evening, or weekends.

IMPORTANT: If an educational degree is required for this position, unofficial copies of transcripts from each institution of higher learning where either a degree has been conferred or coursework completed are required documents that must be submitted as part of the online application process.

Applicants with foreign education credentials (i.e. earned degree and related to this position) must contact a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) credential evaluation services (www.naces.org) and request an academic transcript evaluation. Three of NACES member credential evaluation services are: Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. (https://www.ece.org/) ; World Education Services, Inc.(https://www.wes.org/) ; International Education Research Foundation, Inc. (https://ierf.org/). The credential evaluation must be submitted with the application materials.

REMEMBER: If an educational degree is required for this position, applications lacking these required documents will not be considered.

Regular on campus presence is expected for all LCC employment. Any flexible work schedules and/or hybrid work schedules approved by the College are subject to change based on the needs of the LCC community.

LCC policy requires all LCC employees to be residents of the State of Michigan and to perform all work (with limited exceptions) within the State of Michigan.

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in a Manufacturing-related field, OR High School Diploma/GED and one or both of the following, relevant work experience or some college coursework in a Manufacturing-related field.
• Basic machining and fabrication skills.
• Familiarity with CAD software, and a sound understanding of engineering drawings and print reading.
• Familiarity with non-structural welding, simple mechanical assemblies, and the operation of industrial machinery.

Preferred Qualifications:

Significant experience in CAD software, engineering drawings, and print reading.

Lansing Community College prohibits sex discrimination in any educational program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at lcc.edu/consumer-information/equal.html.

Advertised: 24 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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