Lab Coordinator Manufacturing and Advanced Technology

40 Hours Typical schedule is 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. Schedule may fluctuate to meet division needs: day evening and possible weekend hours.

The Lab Coordinator facilitates the use of the Manufacturing and Advanced Technology classrooms and labs by maintaining tools equipment and vehicles. This individual will identify vendors and obtain quotes for the purchase of tools equipment and supply inventories following College purchasing policies.

• Oversee and perform the general maintenance and instructional setup of all Manufacturing and Advanced Technology classrooms and labs (i.e. Automotive Technology Precision Machining Network Security Manufacturing Welding and Fabrication Construction Management Architectural Technology Metrology Engineering HVAC and Idea Works labs)
• Catalog and establish maintenance schedules in college software. Maintain all lab equipment such as diagnostic equipment lifts tire equipment etc. as needed
• Maintain list of tools and equipment in MCC software to track assets maintenance schedules operating instructions and other information required to plan and track maintenance and repairs
• Build training aids to support classroom and lab instruction
• Identify and order supplies materials equipment and services for classrooms and labs
• Maintain inventory of lab supplies and equipment
• Organize supplies for storage and/or distribution
• Maintain an inventory and check-out system for all equipment and audio-visual materials if appropriate
• Conduct basic diagnostic maintenance and repair on all tools and equipment as skills allow
• Develop and maintain safety and procedural manuals and material safety data sheets for all classroom and lab spaces
• Obtain quotes following MCC purchasing policies and submit to Administrative Assistants for processing. Obtain I-9 forms from new vendors. Receive orders and verify order accuracy distribute to appropriate faculty and notify Administrative Assistants that order is complete or if any items are missing.
• Develop an understanding of the instruction completed in labs to adequately prepare labs for instructional purposes prior to semester or course start dates. Coordinate maintenance and repairs with faculty.
• Assist faculty and facilitators with lab instruction setup and special events
• In partnership with faculty supervise open labs for students for additional practice to reinforce instruction as skills allow
• Train and oversee student employees to assist in creating a safe and clean lab environment
• Work collaboratively with others (e.g. colleagues stakeholders vendors) to accomplish functions and responsibilities
• Assume additional duties as assigned by immediate supervisor

• Associate degree from a regionally accredited institution in a CTE program or a closely related field or equivalent
• OSHA certified forklift training and operation within 60 days of start date
• One year of work experience in a lab environment

• Basic skills in word processing spreadsheets and other computer functions to keep the lab operating efficiently
• Ability to learn technological applications such as equipment and maintenance catalog software operation and testing of equipment computer and software used in CTE classrooms and labs
• Ability to manage and organize multiple tasks and to prioritize
• Ability to work with multiple faculty and staff members simultaneously
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with persons contacted in the course of work
• Willingness to continually train for technological equipment updates
• Ability to troubleshoot routine equipment problems
• Must be a self-starter and able to work independently in the labs and classrooms
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds unassisted
• Must have a valid Illinois drivers license
• Commitment to and respect for diversity equity belonging and inclusion
• Understanding of and commitment to the College mission vision values and goals

Equal Employment Opportunity

McHenry County College declares and reaffirms a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination. The College will make all decisions regarding admission employment participation in educational programs or activities without discrimination on grounds of race color creed or religion sex national origin ancestry age order of protection status marital status physical or mental disabilities military status sexual orientation gender-related identity pregnancy unfavorable discharge from military service or other factors prohibited by law. Decisions regarding employment include hiring promotion termination wages or salaries benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.MCC is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible college community.

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