Machining Instructor Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Title: Instructor - MAC

Position Type: Instructor

College: Community College of Denver

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: CCD Business and Manufacturing Pathway

Campus: Advanced Manufacturing Center

Location: Denver

Who We Are:

The Community College of Denver (CCD) seeks candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning and work environment and who can effectively work with students, families, faculty, instructors, and staff from diverse backgrounds. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, CCD is dedicated to expanding access and opportunity for nontraditional students, supporting workforce development, and strengthening community partnerships that promote educational attainment and career success. Serving a diverse student population, CCD values individuals who contribute to its mission of advancing social, civic, and economic vitality.
The Advanced Manufacturing Center at CCD is pursuing a CNC Lathe machinist, who is committed to creating competent, engaged and successful machinists in an innovative, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Job Summary:

The Adjunct Instructor for Machining instructs courses for a diverse group of individuals
interested in the field of machining. Topics of instruction cover multiple important aspects of machining specifically in CNC Lathe set ups (fixed/live tool touch offs, part fixturing, cleaning/maintenance, etc.), programming CNC Lathe tool paths in MasterCAM, Fusion360, and or SolidWorks (SolidCAM), operate CNC Lathe to produce parts, inspect part dimensions, deburring finished parts to replicate real world scenarios for students.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Adjunct Instructors are assigned to individual classes of specific topics, class times and dates. This position demonstrates strong instructional skills and engages a diverse student body. The Adjunct Instructor for Machining assists, advises, and mentors students with understanding the learning objectives listed for the class, and for accomplishing their course and program goals. The Adjunct Instructor for Machining is responsible for supervising students on machining equipment and demonstrating machining techniques. The instructor is required to track and report grades for each student.

Competencies/KSAs:

Knowledge of industry standard techniques, machines, and terminology
Knowledge of general college processes, policies, and procedures
Skill in CNC Lathe (ideally HAAS and FANUC)
Ability to design in CAD/CAM software like MasterCAM, SolidWorks, or Fusion360
Ability to manage teaching and program management responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and at least 2000 hours of verified occupational experience in a related field; or; 4000 hours of verified occupational experience in a related field. All experience must be within the last 20 years.
Direct industry experience in the following categories:
1. CNC Lathe set up
2. CNC Lathe programming (ideally live tooling & Sub-Spindle knowledge)
3. CNC Lathe operation
4. Reading Technical drawing
5. Quality assurance (quick shop floor part inspection)

Preferred Qualifications:

AAS Degree or higher in Machining, Manufacturing, or Engineering subject areas.
Ideally, candidates will have professional experience in the Aerospace & Defense, Medical, Automotive, Film/Entertainment, or Food & Beverage industries, etc.
One (1) year of teaching or training experience.

Selection Process:

Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet which includes:
Cover Letter
Resume
References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references
Copies of transcripts, unofficial preferred
Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable
**All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts
***Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered.
For pay information, please refer to the following:https://www.ccd.edu/docs/part-time-instructor-pay-matrix
CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.
Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.
CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
For information regarding Community College of Denver Security, including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area, please see the CCD Campus Security website under “student’s right to know”: CCD.edu/Safety. For a hard copy report please contact 303-352-3042.

Additional Information/Benefits:

Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues. When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students.
If you are interested in sharing our passion for student success, CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also offer the opportunity to expand your education, and those of your dependents, through our tuition reimbursement program.
CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.
Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.
CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.