About the position
Instructor is responsible for performing all aspects of instruction for the Precision Manufacturing & Maintenance program with a focus on the concepts and practical applications of industrial maintenance and automation technology. The responsibilities of this position include day, evening, and online programs for both traditional and dual-enrolled students.
Responsibilities
• Provides instruction in theory and practical applications of various industrial systems in accordance with academic state standards.
• Instructs face-to-face, hybrid, or on-campus, as needed, in accordance with college faculty loads.
• Instructs courses in a classroom and lab environment that closely simulates the environment of the industry.
• Utilizes current technology in the classroom and lab.
• Evaluates student progress in attaining goals and objectives.
• Grades all coursework in a timely manner
• Meets with students, staff members, and other educators to discuss student instructional programs and other issues.
• Maintains program certification/accreditation requirements as appropriate for the teaching discipline.
• Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the industrial maintenance industry.
• Attends professional development training, workshops, seminars, and conferences.
• Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the Precision Manufacturing and Maintenance program.
• Ensures students’ safety by enforcing Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
• Ensure students adhere to safety standards through the mandatory use of PPE.
• Supports faculty to ensure all equipment is in working order.
• Suggests new/updated technology to remain current with trends and developments within the field.
• Ensure students are instructed in and follow all safety rules for operating equipment and using tools.
• Ensure classrooms and work areas are properly cleaned and maintained at all times.
• Develops program curriculum, syllabi, goals, and objectives.
• Prepares lesson plans for instruction.
• Works collaboratively with faculty within the discipline to establish, measure, and evaluate program or departmental student learning outcomes for continuous student improvement and success, and submits to the Precision Manufacturing & Maintenance Program Director
• Submits reports and data with respect to accrediting bodies.
• Reviews and edits master course shells in the online learning platform as necessary.
• Supports Program Director, Division Deans, and Associate Deans
• Requests and maintains campus supplies and equipment.
• Prepare budget requests and place orders for needed supplies and equipment.
• Assists with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts.
• Serves on committees and project assignments as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
• Associate degree in Industrial Systems Technology, Precision Manufacturing, or a related field, such as Advanced or Industrial Manufacturing, from an accredited institution.
• Three (3) years out of the past seven (7) years of experience in the field.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Skill and experience with installing and troubleshooting mechanical drive systems such as chain drives, belt drives, and gear drives.
• Experience with the use of basic hand tools used in the industrial environment.
• Experience with the use of precision measurement tools used in the industrial environment, such as calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and laser shaft alignment tools.
• Knowledge and experience with the concepts of electricity and their application in the industrial environment.
• Skill and experience with installing and troubleshooting motor control systems, control devices, electronic sensing devices, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, process controls and instrumentation, variable frequency drives, and programmable logic controllers.
• Skill to work cooperatively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Skill in the preparation and delivery of classroom and lab content.
• Skill to make timely decisions.
• Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.
• Ability to break larger tasks into manageable, smaller tasks.
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Skill in accurate grading and record keeping.
• Skills in interpersonal relations and in interacting with the public.
• Oral and written communication skills.
Nice-to-haves
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial systems technology, Precision Manufacturing, or a related field, such as Advanced or Industrial Manufacturing, from an accredited institution.
• Six-Sigma, lean manufacturing, and/or other industrial recognized certificates
• Directly related teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
• Online teaching experience.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of technology: internet, email, Microsoft Office products, Knowledge Management System (KMS), Blackboard, Banner, Degree Works, and Task Stream.
Benefits
• full State of Georgia benefits