Machine Tool Lab Assistant

Prepare and administer laboratory assignments which provide practical experiences for students.

Salary: Appropriate placement onACCS Salary Schedule E2 Grade 3: $45220 - $62710

(Salary within this range is determined by your documented years of full-time related work experience)

1. Assign and direct lab exercises for students and classroom instructors.
2. Advise and assist students with class work and homework.
3. Administer grade and record written and practical exams including make-up exams.
4. Display/demonstrate pertinent tests and procedures.
5. Maintain student records.
6. Assist and supervise students.
7. Assist students with laboratory exercises and assigned projects.
8. Assist and support students with activities related to SkillsUSA.
9. Assist with recruiting.
10. Assist in writing and revising lab instructions and materials prepare lab materials for use in lab settings.
11. Provide laboratory evaluation for each student.
12. Assist with simulators in the computer lab.
13. Prepare and maintain equipment and activities for labs.
14. Maintain lab equipment.
15. Prepare and maintain teaching materials as required.
16. Conduct and maintain inventory of tools equipment and instructional materials.
17. Unpack equipment; check packing slips.
18. Write and revise lab instructions and materials; prepare for use in lab setting.
19. Perform all duties with professionalism.
20. Perform related work as assigned.

1. A minimum of an Associate degree in Machine Tool Technology from an accredited institution is required .
2. A minimum of one (1) year successful work experience in CNC and Manual Machining or a minimum of six (6) months work experience in a post secondary lab environment in a technology related field is required.

1. Knowledge of all types of equipment used in machining;

1. Experience with Tool & Die;
2. Ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs for advanced computer work (i.e. Word Excel Teams);
3. Experience with LEAN manufacturing practices and procedures;
4. Experience with multiple manufacturers of CNC equipment;
5. Documented evidence of ability to stay current with advancing technologies and implementation into the lab environment;
6. Prior experience in supervising personnel;
7. Excellent oral and written communication skills;
8. Willingness to work directly with students in a lab setting;
9. Certifications or accomplishments in technical field;
10. Sensitivity and commitment to cultural diversity;
11. Willingness to learn and work with other occupational areas as required;
12. Ability to work with minimal supervision/ work independently;
13. Ability to operate in a professional manner at all times;
14. Ability to greet individuals of any background with friendliness tact and courtesy;
15. Ability to operate in high pressure situations and respond to issues in a calm manner;
16. Conscientious- care about how work is done and wanting to do a good job;
17. Initiative- responding to downtime by taking responsibility to do other work;
18. A focus on detail;
19. A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to customer needs;
20. Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning;
21. Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet customer needs;
22. A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand;
23. Confidence in decision making and communication skills;
24. Willingness to enthusiastically learn all/most aspects of the operation;
25. An understanding of the role and philosophy of the community college system.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including without limitation race color national origin religion marital status disability sex age or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law shall be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program activity or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verifysystem to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.

Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane Decatur GA 30033-4097 by calling or by using information available on SACSCOCs website (). Specific questions regarding Calhouns educational programs admissions and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:


P.O. Box 2216
Decatur AL 35609