Advanced Manufacturing Instructor

About JobTrain

JobTrain is an organization on the move. We are delivering best-in-class outcomes, increasing our reach by expanding regionally, and we have committed to an ambitious new expanded mission to help our community to advance beyond the initial job placement, providing career advancement programming to help them achieve “full economic mobility.”

Born out of the civil rights movement in 1965, we’ve been servicing literally anyone and everyone who journeys through our doors at one of our (now) six, Bay Area career or training centers. We create an environment and workspace where our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, fostering a safe and welcoming place for our clients. We deliver on some of the best outcomes in the workforce development field, with a vision to provide our clients with the long-term support they need to achieve full economic mobility.

We are growing, and we need your help!

Position Summary

The Advanced Manufacturing Instructor (AMI) will work with JobTrain Career Centers (Menlo Park/EPA, San Jose, Half Moon Bay, North Fair Oaks, and South San Francisco) and the Semi Foundation.
We are looking for a responsible, qualified Instructor, capable of implementing, instructing, and evaluating educational programs in the field of Advanced Manufacturing with an emphasis in the Semiconductor Industry. You will be responsible for teaching an overview of the semiconductor industry and fundamental technical skills necessary for entry-level positions.

This position is scheduled for Monday – Friday morning and/or evenings, part time 20-hours, supporting one 6-week cohort each quarter.
Each cohort will consist of:

• Week 1 – Preparation & Student Engagement: Prepare for the course, review curriculum and materials, and connect with students prior to the start of instruction.
• Weeks 2–5 – Instruction: Provide four weeks of classroom instruction and student support.
• Week 6 – Follow-Up & Documentation: Complete student and program documentation, update Salesforce, and collaborate with the Employment Specialist regarding student employment goals and next steps.

This job’s location will rotate amongst the Career Centers between Menlo Park and San Jose.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Further update Advanced Manufacturing curriculum with the Semi Foundation as needed and deliver Advanced Manufacturing curriculum, providing a stimulating environment that encourages participation of multiple learning types, interpersonal skills development, and comprehension of concepts.
• Incorporate prior advanced manufacturing experience into hands on learning activities
• Using 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 advance manufacturing trends
• Create and maintain accurate records, schedules, and course requirements regarding hours of instruction and content.
• Screen and enroll cohorts.
• Monitoring of stipend qualifications by maintaining attendance records for our students and ensure 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 specialist as part of job placement services.
• Teach in alignment with JobTrain’s school mission and student learning outcomes, which includes our vocational schooling model where Career Development and Instruction are symbiotic, embedded, and collaborative.
• Maintain professional growth in Advanced Manufacturing expertise, instructional skills, and administrative program changes dictated by state and federal requirements through attendance at appropriate seminars, membership in professional organizations, and by following relative professional publications.

Qualifications

We strive to find candidates who have the qualifications for the role, but who are also aligned with our values of teamwork, community and leadership and have a commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. The specific qualifications for this role are listed below.

Education / Certification

• Advanced Manufacturing certification preferred
• High school diploma/ GED equivalent or higher

Experience

• 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 as an Advanced Manufacturing employee in a manufacturing setting (preferably semiconductor).
• Knowledge or Experience in Industry 4.0 standards, Industrial Internet of Things(IIoT), Smart Manufacturing in the 21st Century is highly preferred.
• Experience working closely with manufacturing companies, employers and/or related recruiters for manufacturing positions.
• Previous experience in teaching students with barriers to employment is preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and experience navigating the advanced manufacturing industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communications 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 funder and employer.
• 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.

How to Apply

Please visit our career page at and apply online. A Resume is required, and a Cover Letter is encouraged.

COVID-19 Certification
JobTrain requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except as required by law. Therefore, any employment offer will be contingent upon satisfactory proof that you are fully immunized from COVID-19, subject to reasonable accommodations for medical or religious reasons, and/or as otherwise required by applicable law.

Compensation and Benefits

JobTrain offers a competitive salary, 401K with a 5% match after joining, EAP and emergency services, paid sick leave, long-term disability and life insurance. We also pay employees for 10 observed holidays including a whole week off between Christmas Eve and New Years Day.

The anticipated hiring rate for this role is $70 per hour.

Additional Information

We want applicants who are interested in JobTrain’s mission, and we encourage you to attach a cover letter to explain why you are interested in JobTrain and how your experience matches with our needs.

At JobTrain, we take the interview process very seriously. If you are selected to move through the process you should expect a couple of telephone screen calls and one or two Zoom / on-site interviews as part of the interview process.

JobTrain is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Additionally, JobTrain does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, ethnic background, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical or mental disability or national origin.

Also, please note:

• Our focus is on local candidates, we do not offer relocation benefits.
• Successful candidates must have legal residency and work eligibility in the United States (per INS Form I-9 instructions).
• JobTrain will require the successful candidate to undergo a background check.