What are the responsibilities and job description for the Precision Machining Instructor position at Northampton Community College?
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Precision Machining Instructor~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
This posting will close on:
04/30/2026**No further applications will be accepted on or after this date**
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Summary:
Part time,4days per week June through mid-August, 2026;10weeks/265 hours of training. Will require some pre-workprior to first class date. Training to take place at NCC's Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, PAand theCareer Institute of Technology Machining Lab.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 5 years of professional machining experience; teaching experience a real plus;
- Knowledge of mills, lathes, CNC a plus;
- Knowledge of shop math, blueprint reading, measurement and shop safety;
- Curriculum is developed, text selected-proven successful;
- Knowledge of NIMS and other industry certifications preferred;
- All students must be a minimum of 18 years of age;
- Hourly wage very competitive.
Program Overview:
The Precision Machining Training Program is a10-week hands-on program that provides students with the skills needed to fill high-demand machining positions for Lehigh Valley and Pocono businesses. Participants will gain foundational skills in manufacturing including safety; reading blue prints; shop math; measurement and the use of calipers and Vernier scales; and operating lathes and milling machines. Abriefintroduction to CNC (computer numerical control) machining is also covered.
This non-credit, grant funded program, isfreeto qualified candidates and prepares students for a career in Precision Machining while also earning National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) industry-recognized credentials. Occupational skill building and workplace employability skills are also included in the curriculum.