Workforce Instructor

tamus; Kingsville (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University-Kingsville seeks a Workforce Instructor to lead METAL Level 1 manufacturing bootcamps, delivering hands-on instruction in metallurgy, casting, and materials science. The role supports K-12 outreach and workforce pathway development through collaboration with industry, schools, and community partners.

The position is grant-funded and focuses on building manufacturing skills, safety, and quality through practical training and mentorship for students and participants in South

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology or closely related field; equivalent industry experience may be substituted.
• Experience delivering technical instruction and coursework in metallurgy and manufacturing topics.

Responsibilities

• Lead METAL Level 1 manufacturing bootcamps and oversee hands-on instruction.
• Deliver classroom and laboratory instruction on metallurgy, casting, forming, and materials science.
• Plan and execute K-12 outreach, workshops, and career exploration activities.
• Maintain instructional records, reports, and grant-related documentation.
• Collaborate with industry partners and schools to expand workforce pathways.

Skills

Metallurgy

Manufacturing

Curriculum delivery

K-12 outreach

Education

Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology

Job description

Job Title

Workforce Instructor

Agency

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department

Workforce Development

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK), the oldest institution of higher learning in South Texas and a proud member of the Texas A&M University System, stands as the region's premier university. TAMUK offers the widest range of academic programs and degrees in South Texas, provides exceptional learning and residential facilities, conducts impactful research, awards substantial scholarships, and has awarded more than 80,000 degrees in the institution's 100-year history. The university is recognized for its unwavering commitment to student success, meaningful research, and deep community engagement. With a welcoming campus culture and strong regional partnerships, TAMUK offers faculty and staff a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of students and the broader South Texas region.

Location: The University is located in historic Kingsville, a friendly, safe city of 25,000 that is the home of the legendary King Ranch. Corpus Christi and its beaches are just 40 miles to the northeast, and the border with Mexico is 120 miles to the south at Brownsville or 119 miles to the west at Laredo.

Job Description Summary

The Workforce Instructor [Metallurgy & Manufacturing], under the direction of the Chief Workforce Development Officer or designee, serves as the primary instructor for TAMUK's METAL (Metallurgical Engineering Trades Apprenticeship & Learning) initiative. This is a grant-funded position that delivers hands-on instruction in metallurgy, casting, forging, materials science, and related manufacturing technologies while leading K-12 outreach, workforce workshops, and career awareness activities. The instructor collaborates with industry, school districts, community organizations, and university faculty to expand workforce pathways supporting advanced manufacturing and the defense industrial base.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum Deliver y

• Serve as the lead instructor for METAL Level 1 manufacturing bootcamps.
• Deliver classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction in:
• Metallurgy fundamentals
• Ferrous and non-ferrous metals
• Metal casting processes
• Sand casting
• Investment casting
• Lost foam casting
• Forging fundamentals
• Heat treatment
• Materials science
• Manufacturing safety
• Metal finishing and post-processing
• Manufacturing quality and inspection
• Demonstrate safe operation of casting equipment, furnaces, molds, hand tools, and manufacturing equipment.
• Evaluate participant performance through practical skills demonstrations, projects, and competency-based assessments.
• Provide individualized coaching and academic support to maximize participant success.
• Maintain student attendance, credential attainment, assessment records, and instructional documentation.

Laboratory & Equipment Management

• Prepare laboratories and instructional areas for bootcamp delivery.
• Operate, inspect, maintain, and organize lab equipment and instructional tools.
• Prepare molds, casting materials, alloys, and laboratory supplies.
• Monitor inventory of instructional materials, consumables, tools, and PPE
• Ensure compliance with university environmental health and safety policies.
• Recommend equipment purchases and laboratory improvements to support manufacturing instruction.

K-12 Outreach & Engagement

• Plan and deliver outreach activities for K-12 students throughout South Texas.
• Conduct hands-on manufacturing demonstrations, STEAM events, workshops, camps, and career exploration activities.
• Support recruitment into METAL bootcamps, workforce training programs, engineering pathways, and registered apprenticeships.
• Build relationships with educators, counselors, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, and community partners.

Program Administration

• Maintain accurate instructional records and participant documentation.
• Prepare reports required for grant compliance, program evaluation, credential attainment, and performance metrics.
• Coordinate instructional schedules, laboratory usage, equipment needs, and participant communications.
• Assist with participant recruitment and program promotion.
• Support implementation of grant-funded manufacturing initiatives and special projects.
• Provide individualized coaching and academic support to maximize participant success.
• Maintain student attendance, credential attainment, assessment records, and instructional documentation.

Required Qualifications

Required Education: Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Technology, Welding Technology, Materials Science, or closely related field; equivalent industry experience may be substituted.

Required Experience: Experience providing technica