Advanced Manufacturing Instructor

JobTrain•Menlo Park, CA

6d•$70 - $70•Hybrid

About The Position

JobTrain is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Instructor (AMI) to work with its Career Centers and the Semi Foundation. The AMI will be responsible for implementing, instructing, and evaluating educational programs in Advanced Manufacturing, with a focus on the Semiconductor Industry. This role involves teaching an overview of the semiconductor industry and fundamental technical skills for entry-level positions. The position is part-time (20 hours/week) and scheduled for Monday-Friday, with morning and/or evening availability to support one 6-week cohort per quarter. The job location will rotate among career centers in Menlo Park, EPA, San Jose, Half Moon Bay, North Fair Oaks, and South San Francisco.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED equivalent or higher.
A combination of at least 10 years of work experience in teaching or training experience in the Advanced Manufacturing industry.
In-depth, current/recent experience as an Advanced Manufacturing Instructor or as an Advanced Manufacturing employee in a manufacturing setting (preferably semiconductor).
Experience working closely with manufacturing companies, employers, and/or related recruiters for manufacturing positions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to clearly communicate advanced manufacturing concepts and effectively train clients.
Strong organization and planning skills with an ability to manage details and maintain schedules.
Excellent interpersonal communication; must be positive, responsive, and a motivational role model for trainees.
Strong collaboration skills with an ability to effectively partner with JobTrain staff and external funders and employers.
Strong computer skills with competence in Microsoft Word, email, web applications, and online meeting tools.
Demonstrated ability to be dependable/reliable.
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
Must be able to travel to different sites as needed, within Santa Clara & San Mateo Counties, including mornings and evenings.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Manufacturing certification preferred.
Knowledge or Experience in Industry 4.0 standards, Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Smart Manufacturing in the 21st Century is highly preferred.
Previous experience in teaching students with barriers to employment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Update Advanced Manufacturing curriculum with the Semi Foundation as needed and deliver the curriculum, fostering a stimulating environment that encourages participation, interpersonal skills development, and comprehension.
Incorporate prior advanced manufacturing experience into hands-on learning activities.
Utilize existing advanced manufacturing networks to invite guest speakers, arrange field trips, and identify potential employers.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current related state and federal requirements and modify curriculum accordingly.
Keep up-to-date with advanced manufacturing trends.
Create and maintain accurate records, schedules, and course requirements regarding hours of instruction and content.
Screen and enroll cohorts.
Monitor stipend qualifications by maintaining attendance records for students and ensuring prompt reporting to accounting.
Order supplies and updated materials needed for class work.
Evaluate and document trainee progress through testing, observation, and assessment of skills attained.
Assist graduates with job placement by connecting them to potential employers in the industry.
Collaborate with Economic Advancement Centers and assigned employment specialists as part of job placement services.
Teach in alignment with JobTrain’s school mission and student learning outcomes, where Career Development and Instruction are symbiotic, embedded, and collaborative.
Maintain professional growth in Advanced Manufacturing expertise, instructional skills, and administrative program changes through appropriate seminars, professional organizations, and publications.