Machining and Manufacturing Technology Instructor

Instructor, Machining & Manufacturing Technology Reports to: Vice President of Student and Academic Affairs

Required Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in the field plus three (3) years' relevant work experience OR An industry recognized credential in the technical field plus five (5) years' relevant
• work experience.

(Faculty hired without an Associate's degree in the field is required to complete one within three years of date of hire)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 1-year teaching experience
• 1-year minimum CAD/CAM experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with students, staff, and faculty
• Knowledge of computers and current technology
• Knowledge and application of bed mills, knee mills, engine lathes, and specialty cutting equipment
• Ability to read blueprints, proficient in machining mathematics and in use of precise measuring equipment
• Knowledge and application of G-code and conversational programming, and developing/entering code for CNC equipment
• Operation of parts location, clamping, safety, multiple vice/chunk clamping and shop management skills

Position Summary:

To provide instruction to students in Machining & Manufacturing Technology program in accordance with established policies and guidelines. Participate in department and committee assignments, recruiting, and other academic, institutional and community support activities. Provide input to the Vice President of Student and Academic Affairs relative to new course development and program redesign. Prepare students to succeed in related employment.

Essential Job Functions:

• Teach an appropriate load as required by the negotiated agreement
• Maintain current knowledge, changes, and technology in the field
• Identify, create, evaluate, modify, and implement outcomes, curricula, and assessments
• Prepare and distribute a learning syllabus for each course
• Deliver the approved course of study as outlined in the syllabus, maintain a student
• oriented approach to education
• Provide individual and group instruction
• Identify, evaluate, implement, and modify instructional materials, technologies, methods, and textbooks based on student and industry assessments and feedback
• Evaluate student learning and teaching effectiveness through written, oral, practical and/or performance testing, ensuring that what it taught is evaluated
• Provide support and guidance to students with an aim toward retention and job placement. Responsibilities may include advising, counseling students regarding career options, appropriate referrals, graduation requirements, and placement activities
• Develop and maintain an environment conducive to a high level of student learning
• Verify and maintain records of student attendance, performance and provide frequent feedback to students regarding individual progress
• Conduct assessment of student performance, maintain accurate records as requested, and submit grades in a timely manner
• Establish and maintain appropriate and adequate office hours
• Develop and maintain active partnerships with business/industry to establish good public relations and become aware of employment opportunities, changes, processes, and job skills. This may be accomplished through advisory committees, industry visits/contacts/tours, and professional organizations
• Organize, communicate, and meet with Advisory Council
• Promote the program and assist with student recruitment
• Assist in program assessment, accreditation, program review processes and activities to maintain program viability and effectiveness
• Work closely with other faculty, administration, and staff; attend meetings, serve on committees
• Participate in professional growth activities, certification training, and pursuing additional education required for this position
• Support the vision, mission, and policies of Salina Area Technical College
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional physical exertion to manually lift, carry, push, pull or move objects or materials less than 70-100 pounds
• Generally, involves 70% standing, 20% sitting, and 10% walking
• Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching
• Requires acute hearing and speaking skills
• Requires fine dexterity to type, enter data and provide written communications
• Use of standard office equipment including computers and general office equipment
• Work is performed in a busy and noisy environment
• May require evening and weekend work

Exemption Status:

Salary Exempt

Classification:

Faculty Full-time or part-time: Full-time

Schedule:

M

• F, 40 hours
• times according to Negotiated Agreement

Pay Rate:

To commensurate with education and experience

Benefits Eligible:

The College offers a fully paid single employee health and dental plan

• Voluntary benefit options include: o Accident, Cancer & Specified Disease, Heart & Stroke Supplemental Insurance o Flexible Spending Accounts
• Healthcare & Dependent Care o Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• o 403B Investment Plans

Additional Benefits:

o KPERS (Kansas Public Employees Retirement System is a mandatory 6% contribution from the employee and the state of Kansas contributes for the school/college employers) o 10 days of Personal Time Off per Academic Year o Tuition Assistance

• 9 Free Credits each for Self and Dependents per Semester Up to $3,000 Tuition Reimbursement per Calendar Year for one Degree Advancement Start date: August 2025