Volunteer Manufacturing Instructor and Inspire Youth

Our mission statement is To strengthen communities through initiatives to redefine, rediscover, and rebuild the manufacturing sector in the knowledge economy.

Manufacturing Renaissance principally engages in the following programs, projects, and services:

• Build broad coalitions representing our High Road partnerships, such as the Chicago Manufacturing Renaissance Council;
• Act as an intermediary to manufacturing companies in all aspects of recruitment, training, finance, production, networking, succession, planning, and technical assistance;
• Provide research and analysis on specific companies and communities identifying relevant opportunities and challenges to rebuilding the advanced manufacturing sector;
• Develop effective public policy, legislation, and public engagement in these initiatives; and
• Provide effective communications and media operations that reflect the experience, challenges, and richness of these efforts locally and globally.

Manufacturing Renaissance (MR) is seeking Instructors to support our Career Pathway Services (CPS) programs, including the Manufacturing Connect training program. This volunteer role is ideal for someone with machining or manufacturing experience who is passionate about sharing technical skills with youth and young adults from Chicago’s south and west sides.
Volunteer with Opportunity for Stipend.

The Instructors will assist in delivering hands‑on machining instruction
aligned with NIMS credentialing
, help maintain training equipment and resources, and contribute to developing high-quality, inclusive technical training programs. Volunteers will receive mentorship from experienced instructors and gain valuable experience in workforce development and manufacturing education.

• Some experience with NIMS credentialing
• Strong interest in teaching, youth development, and manufacturing careers
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, proactive, and committed to fostering equitable access to manufacturing opportunities
• Some hands‑on experience with blueprint reading and precision measurement tools, including drills, calipers, and micrometers

Join us in preparing the next generation of skilled manufacturers and advancing inclusive industry pathways in Chicago. #Workforce Development

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