Workforce Instructor

About the role

Texas A&M University–Kingsville (TAMUK) is seeking a Workforce Instructor for its METAL (Metallurgical Engineering Trades Apprenticeship & Learning) initiative. The instructor will deliver hands-on instruction in metallurgy, casting, forging, materials science, and related manufacturing technologies, as well as lead K-12 outreach, workforce workshops, and career awareness activities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead instructor for METAL Level 1 manufacturing bootcamps
• Deliver classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction in metallurgy fundamentals, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, metal casting processes, forging fundamentals, heat treatment, materials science, manufacturing safety, metal finishing, and post-processing
• Demonstrate safe operation of casting equipment, furnaces, molds, hand tools, and manufacturing equipment
• Evaluate participant performance through practical skills demonstrations, projects, and competency-based assessments
• Provide individualized coaching and academic support to maximize participant success
• Maintain student attendance, credential attainment, assessment records, and instructional documentation
• Prepare laboratories and instructional areas for bootcamp delivery
• Operate, inspect, maintain, and organize lab equipment and instructional tools
• Plan and deliver outreach activities for K-12 students throughout South Texas
• Conduct hands-on manufacturing demonstrations, STEAM events, workshops, camps, and career exploration activities
• Support recruitment into METAL bootcamps, workforce training programs, engineering pathways, and registered apprenticeships
• Maintain accurate instructional records and participant documentation
• Prepare reports required for grant compliance, program evaluation, credential attainment, and performance metrics

Requirements

• Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Technology, Welding Technology, Materials Science, or closely related field
• Experience providing technical instruction or workforce training
• Three years of experience or applied learning in metal casting, foundry operations, forging, metallurgy, manufacturing, fabrication, or welding
• Valid Texas Driver License

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related discipline
• Experience teaching adult learners
• Experience working with Career and Technical Education programs

Skills

• Knowledge of metallurgy, casting, forging, manufacturing processes, and industrial safety
• Ability to safely operate laboratory and manufacturing equipment
• Strong instructional and presentation skills
• Ability to engage learners of diverse ages and experience levels
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and outreach events simultaneously
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, long-term disability, flexible spending account, and day care spending account
• On-campus wellness opportunities
• Tuition benefits, including employee tuition assistance program and book scholarships
• Public service loan forgiveness
• Retirement plans, including Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Voluntary tax-deferred account/deferred compensation plan
• Employee leave, including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays