Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology Instructor

Northwest Mississippi Community College seeks a full-time 10-month instructor to teach in the Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology program on the Senatobia Campus by providing modern instruction, a professional environment, and a solid reputation in our communities for quality instruction and highly qualified and desired graduates for employment.

Minimum Requirements:  Must have a minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in the field of machining technology.  Must be able to demonstrate successful experience in all areas of machining technology work to include safety and operation of all manual machinery including but not limited to: mills, engine lathes, surface grinders, drill presses, bandsaws and pedestal grinders. Must be proficient in G and M Codes, and also have the ability to program and set up CNC lathes and CNC mills manually. Must also have experience with CAD and CAM.  Demonstrated professional demeanor, positive contributions to a team, and desire for continuous improvement.  Associate of Applied Science in Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology or directly related field. 

Preferred Qualities: 

Haas CNC Control Experience, CMM programming experience with PC-DMIS, 5 Axis CNC Mill programming experience, CNC Lathe with live tooling programming experience, Fusion 360, FeatureCAM and/or Solidworks experience.  Five (5) years of successful experience in the field of machining technology.

Responsibilities (not limited to):

1. Continually ensure that all requirements of all partners are met.
2. Maintain a professional demeanor with all students, coworkers, and community members.
3. Provide excellent classroom and lab instruction in modern machining technology practices through positive and inspiring learning experiences for all students using a variety of teaching methods and making every learning situation relevant to career preparation.
4. Prepare detailed lesson plans, job sheets, and laboratory demonstrations for all units of instruction. 
5. Recommend changes in the curriculum to maintain a current program. 
6. Monitor the progress for each student in the program to include those in internship programs. 
7. Work as a teammate with other instructors and support staff.
8. Update and continually improve your own teaching techniques and machining technology skills. 
9. Adhere to compliance regulations for all professional licensing qualifications. 
10. Teach the depth and scope of the class materials as outlined in the syllabus and catalog and relate the instructions to careers and employer expectations. 
11. Prepare and grade examinations based upon course objectives, publish lesson schedule, and return all assignments in a timely manner. 
12. Implement evaluation for outcomes assessment and achieve established results while maintaining college standards of student satisfaction. 
13. Work creatively in all classes, encourage students, and maintain satisfactory retention. 
14. Begin and end each class at the designated times, providing a full period of instruction. 
15. Accurately maintain attendance records in accordance with the Attendance Policy, submit class roster daily, maintain a separate record of attendance and grades that is clearly labeled and turned in at the end of the term. 
16. Accurately maintain all reports required by NWCC, Mississippi Community College Board, and other partners.
17. Attend faculty meetings, in-service meetings, and other college events as required by the College. 
18. Participate with Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology classes in extracurricular activities, such as campus and community events.
19. Supervise all laboratory experience. 
20. Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment. 
21. Maintain proper inventory of all equipment and tools assigned to the program. 
22. Maintain an active advisory committee which meets twice a year, minimally. 
23. Visit industry to develop and maintain a good rapport with employers and to monitor students participating in internships.
24. Take an active role in the advisement and counseling of students.
25. Assist students to find employment in an occupation related to training.
26. Serve on various faculty committees.
27. Contribute to the overall mission of the College by performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
28. Participate in all required training and development activities.

APPLICATION

To apply, all applicants must attach and submit the following:

• Application for employment at www.northwestms.edu
• Resume
• Three (3) Professional References (Name, Email and Telephone Number)
• Application Deadline:   Open until filled