Industrial Maintenance Instructor -AIM Site Director

Vincennes University is seeking a dynamic, full-time individual to coordinate the Advanced Internship for Manufacturing (AIM) program at the Gene Haas Training Center in Lebanon, IN. The successful candidate will play an important role in enrollment, growth planning, and engagement with key regional constituents for the AIM program. 

This position is responsible for:

Program Coordination and Strategic Planning:

•         Create and contribute to a positive work environment through intentional communications.

•         Coordinate, recruit for, and supervise the academic program and partnerships for the Advanced Internship for Manufacturing (AIM) program in Lebanon, IN.

•         Manage an advising caseload of AIM program students, ensuring timely degree completion.

•         Supervise, direct, and evaluate instructors and lab support staff.

•         Supervise and coordinate the selection, installation, scheduling, and implementation of curriculum, equipment, and instructors.

•         Collaborate with Technology faculty and staff at the Vincennes Campus to ensure consistency of academic programming.

•         Teach, prepare, develop, and improve all courses in the AIM program.

•         Other duties as opportunities arise.

Recruitment and Community Engagement:

•         Grow student enrollment in and expand the AIM program.

•         Assist with developing and implementing recruitment and retention strategies for the AIM program.

•         Cultivate and expand strong partnerships with area manufacturers and high schools.

•         Collaborate with other university program representatives.

•         Develop and implement innovative advanced manufacturing demonstrations and tours at the training center.

•         Manage and maintain the internship process and experience for AIM students.

•         Attend industry partner advisory boards to ensure the relevance of the program curriculum, equipment, facilities, and the internship experience.

•         Represent Vincennes University at approved events and recruitment opportunities.

The successful candidate will have:

•         Minimum of an Associate's degree in an industrial maintenance or automation controls engineering-related discipline, plus 3 years related industry experience.  A Bachelor's degree or higher and/or certifications, with 4 years of related industry experience, are preferred.

•         Strong belief in the Vincennes University mission and a desire to make an impact on higher education and workforce development opportunities throughout the region.

•         Possess strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.

•         Highly motivated and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

•         Maintain a broad knowledge of state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and systems.

•         Direct work experience in the following areas:

Electrical/Electronic control circuits

                Mechanical Drive Systems

Fluid Power

                Motor Control System

                3 Phase Power

PLC Programming

                Industrial Robot Programming

                     Industrial Networking

        REASONING SKILLS: Strong problem-solving skills.

        INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Excellent oral & written communication skills. Friendly and outgoing with a respectful attitude. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to relate to and communicate with people from diverse backgrounds.

        PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to lift 50 pounds; also stand for an hour without a break.

        Valid driver's license.