Assistant Professor, Manufacturing, Tenure Track

Assistant Professor, Manufacturing, Tenure Tracku00a0Department: Manufacturingu00a0Location: Grand Rapids, MIu00a0GRCC's Manufacturing Department is seeking a dynamic expert to teach machine tool courses from manual machining to CNC programming, and other manufacturing-based courses as needed.u00a0Requisition ID: 1028Employee Group: Faculty AssociationSchedule: 32 Weeks (Fall and Winter Semesters)Start Date: Fall 2026Compensation: Bachelor's Degree $62,155 - $69,054 or Master's Degree $67,130, - $74,581. Final offers will be based on full-time college-level teaching and/or industry experience.Benefits: to: Associate Dean, School of Business and IndustryPosting Opens: 12/05/2025Posting Closes: 01/16/2026u00a0ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSu00a0u2022 Teach classes assigned in the Manufacturing Department.u2022 Serve as a content expert in CNC programmingu2022 Work with tenured faculty and assigned mentor to ensure consistent standards and instructional practices within each course.u2022 Develop and maintain a curriculum that reflects current expectations in the job market.u2022 Lead, advise and support adjunct faculty to ensure consistent standards and instructional practices within each course.u2022 Effectively assess, document, and advise students regarding their academic performance and goals.u2022 Create a safe and inclusive learning environment for students.u2022 Demonstrate a commitment to a learning centered environment in the classroom.u2022 Incorporate new technologies and methods for enhanced teaching and learning into instructional methods.u00a0JOB SPECIFICATIONSu00a0Educational Credentialsu00a0u2022 Bachelors of Science in Manufacturing, Engineering, Tooling, Machining or related field required.u2022 Master's Degree in related field preferred.u00a0Work Experienceu00a0u2022 A minimum of five years' experience in the tooling and machining field required.u2022 Experience with 5S, Lean Manufacturing and other inventory/housekeeping systems required.u2022 Experience creating, editing and loading CNC programs manually (Basic G & M Code programs) requiredu2022 Experience using MasterCam to program 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC Machine Tools (mill, or grinder preferred)u2022 Experience working with educational institutions to create partnerships with industrial partners to enhance college programs or industry experience that emphasized continuous improvement processes for their employees.u00a0Skillsu00a0u2022 Ability to lead students in open lab on the following equipment: Mills, Lathes, Grinders, Abrasive Cutting, Drill Press, Saws, CNC Vertical Mill, CNC Lathe, Metrology Equipment, Hardness Tester and other common manufacturing machines.u2022 Explain complex concepts in a way that students can easily grasp is vital. Clear communication, the ability to break down technical terms, and engaging teaching methods help students learn more effectively.u2022 Ability to setup and provide knowledge on all Machine Tool Lab equipment.u2022 Transfer knowledge of reading Blueprints to students.u2022 Ability to thoughtfully layout equipment in a lab room to promote learning and safe workflow.u2022 Willingness to market and promote machining programs to industry partners and equipment companies.u00a0Physical Demandsu00a0u2022 A

Created: 2026-01-15