Assistant Professor of Machining​/Manufacturing

Job Title Assistant Professor of Machining/Manufacturing

Sheridan College offers a generous benefit package for qualifying employees, including paid time off, retirement contributions, health insurance coverage for employees and their family, tuition reimbursement options, and additional employee benefits.

All benefits information can be found at Benefits Package at Sheridan College .

The Machining/Manufacturing Assistant Professor is a skilled and motivated educator with expertise in both manual and CNC machining and design processes. This position involves delivering lecture and hands-on instruction for the Associate of Applied Science and Certificate of Completion programs in machining and manufacturing, as well as certifications and short-term training offerings. The instructor will collaborate with adjunct faculty and concurrent enrollment programs and maintain strong industry partnerships to ensure program relevance and student success.

Sheridan College instructors are expected to use learner-centered teaching methods, contribute to institutional committees, and foster a collegial and student-focused learning environment. Evening and weekend instruction may be required.

Reports To

Reports To Dean of CTE

Education/Qualifications

• Associate degree in Machine Tool Technology or related degrees. Consideration will be given to individuals without a degree but with extensive skills-based experience.
• A minimum of 4 – 12 years of documented skills-based experience in the machining industry.
• An equivalent combination of education, industry certifications, and progressively responsible experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated commitment to technical education and the community college mission.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
  • Hands‑on Machining
    
    Experience:
    
    6 years
• Associate of Applied Science ( AAS ) in Machine Tool
  • Hands‑on Machining
    
    Experience:
    
    4 years
• Machine Tool Certificate
  • Hands‑on Machining
    
    Experience:
    
    5 years
• High School Diploma
  • Hands‑on Machining
    
    Experience:
    
    12 years

• Ability to teach a range of machine tooling and manufacturing related courses.
• Strong commitment to technical education and the community college mission.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Openness to new teaching methods and industry trends.
• Responsiveness to local workforce needs.
• Expertise in manual and CNC machining, CAD / CAM software, 3D printing, and other standard manufacturing equipment and software.
• Preferred experience with Solid Works, Autodesk Fusion, and Mastercam.
• Familiarity with metallurgy, technical print reading, design, and precision measurement.
• Experience with Canvas Learning Management System software and instructional technology preferred.

• Lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Demonstrate safe operation of power tools, machining equipment, and heavy equipment.
• Bend, kneel, crawl, squat, climb ladders, and reach overhead.
• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Wear required PPE .
• Instruction may occur during evenings, weekends and outside faculty contract days.
• Work environments include classrooms, machining/manufacturing shops, and office settings.
• Some travel may be required

Located in historic Sheridan, Wyoming at the foot of the Big Horn Mountains, Sheridan College at Northern Wyoming Community College District ( NWCCD ) welcomes all learners, empowers student success, and encourages and strengthens community development.

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