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Precision Machining Instructor

Northampton Community College
United States, Pennsylvania, Bethlehem
511 East 3rd Street (Show on map)
Apr 07, 2026
The staff and faculty of Northampton Community College share a single goal: to help students transform their lives through education. It's a goal that reaps rewards thousands of times over the course of a career. Employees at Northampton receive competitive compensation and an array of benefits while working on campuses located in a region with a very high quality of life. We invite you to consider applying for one of our currently available positions. For more information on the College, please visit www.northampton.edu. For more information on life in the Lehigh Valley, please visit https://www.northampton.edu/human-resources/life-in-the-area.htm. NCC is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to identify their strengths or experiences in this area. * Precision Machining Instructor ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This posting will close on: 04/30/2026 No further applications will be accepted on or after this date ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Summary: Part time, 4 days per week June through mid-August, 2026; 10 weeks/265 hours of training. Will require some pre-work prior to first class date. Training to take place at NCC's Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem, PA and the Career Institute of Technology Machining Lab. Requirements: Minimum of 5 years of professional machining experience; teaching experience a real plus; Knowledge of mills, lathes, CNC a plus; Knowledge of shop math, blueprint reading, measurement and shop safety; Curriculum is developed, text selected - proven successful; Knowledge of NIMS and other industry certifications preferred; All students must be a minimum of 18 years of age; Hourly wage very competitive. Program Overview: The Precision Machining Training Program is a 10-week hands-on program that provides students with the skills needed to fill high-demand machining positions for Lehigh Valley and Pocono businesses. Participants will gain foundational skills in manufacturing including safety; reading blue prints; shop math; measurement and the use of calipers and Vernier scales; and operating lathes and milling machines. A brief introduction to CNC (computer numerical control) machining is also covered. This non-credit, grant funded program, is free** to qualified candidates and prepares students for a career in Precision Machining while also earning National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) industry-recognized credentials. Occupational skill building and workplace employability skills are also included in the curriculum.