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Manufacturing Center Specialist
Requisition Number: 62473
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Classified Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 19-Mar-2025
Date Posted:
Job Summary
The Integrated Teaching and Learning Program (ITLP) encourages applications for the Manufacturing Center Specialist! The Manufacturing Center Specialist provides technical expertise, instructional support and student staff supervision for the ITLP's Manufacturing Center (MC). This position works collaboratively with Integrated Teaching and Learning Laboratory (ITLL) MC staff to increase the capabilities of the MC to best serve the needs of thousands of engineering students each year. The position is responsible for supporting engineering design courses and providing instructional support to engineering students through regular workshops and trainings, while also maintaining oversight and safety at all times. The position sources new equipment to maintain an innovative facility. They also maintain existing equipment to enhance student productivity. Success in this position requires experience with manual and CNC machining, woodworking, prototyping, knowledge of mechanical systems & engineering processes, and strong interpersonal communication skills. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be produced within three (3) days of hire. Must be a current Colorado resident to apply.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
The Integrated Teaching and Learning Program at the University of Colorado Boulder is a nationally recognized engineering education leader. Our mission is to provide curriculum and support for hands-on engineering education, across all engineering fields, while applying our capabilities to broaden participation in engineering fields through strategic partnerships.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Multi-Axis CNC Machining:
Serves as an authority for all CNC machine-related requests.
Maintains the CNC machines and ensures their appropriate usage.
Proficiently uses CAD/CAM software systems, including Mastercam, Solidworks, Fusion 360, and others.
Operates CNC simulation software to ensure safe, collision-free machining operations.
Partners with ITLP IT team to determine hardware/software configurations to provide students with the latest and most advanced CAD/CAM solutions.
In cooperation with service partners, routinely performs multi-axis CNC calibration to maintain machine accuracy.
Maintains a robust tooling and fixture library to meet the diverse needs of student projects.
Manufacturing Center Innovation & Operation:
Continuously identifies and implements new manufacturing equipment and capabilities to improve the resources and services in the ITLL Manufacturing Center.
Leads the fabrication facility by ensuring maintenance, repairs, calibration, and upgrades of MC equipment and tools.
Trains and mentors a team of student staff in appropriate safety policies and procedures, machine operation, and supporting engineering student projects.
Stays abreast of proven manufacturing and machining industry practices for implementation in the Manufacturing Center.
Identifies, orders, assembles and installs MC equipment, including large capital expenditures.
Inventories and orders materials and tooling as needed.
Communicates emergency repairs or lengthy maintenance procedures to all internal partners.
Cultivates a safe, organized, and clean MC environment in which no injuries occur by ensuring that safety practices are always employed and followed.
Continuously improves the workflow and physical layout of the MC to facilitate safe and efficient use of the MC while supporting an increasing number of users.
Maintains multiple modes of communicating shop information to users, including website information, entry bulletin board, and shop signage that ensures a welcoming and informative environment.
Instructional Support:
Provides manufacturing expertise and support to students and instructors of various design courses.
Works in a cooperative and collaborative manner with CU engineering faculty and ITLP staff to best serve the educational needs of engineering students.
Creates, develops, and leads individual and group hands-on manufacturing skill-building workshops, including workshops on safety, saws and drills, introduction to machining, and advanced CNC machining.
Provides guidance, expertise, and troubleshooting advice to engineering students and staff on manufacturing and machining projects.
Constantly improves workshop performance by soliciting and analyzing workshop feedback.
Works with ITLP administrative staff on assessment techniques that analyze feedback from MC users to assess the quality of the facility and instructional services.
Specialized Program Support:
Collaborates with the ITLP operations team to lead building improvement and renovations projects.
Partners with ITLP engineering team to support the design and fabrication of new hands-on experiments.
Other:
Undertakes other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Stays apprised and current on relevant University and State of Colorado policies and procedures.
Participates in professional development activities and serves on unit, college or campus committees as applicable.
What You Should Know
9:30am - 6:00pm or 10:30am - 7:00pm during the academic year, option to work 8:30am-5:00pm during summer and other breaks.
What We Can Offer
The salary range for this position is $64,440-$71,200.
If you have prior state-classified experience in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-hr-professionals/compensation/2024-step-pay-program-for-state-of-colorado-employees) implemented on July 1, 2024.
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/about) .
Be Statements
Be resourceful. Be impactful. Be Boulder.
What We Require
Must be a Colorado resident to apply.
Four years of machining or manufacturing experience. An equivalent combination of education and training may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
What You Will Need
Must be approachable and customer-service oriented.
Ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects in a highly dynamic environment.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Highly meticulous.
Ability to work independently as well as on a team.
Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
Sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural, political, and geographical differences, with ability to work well with faculty, staff, and students from around the world.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
A current resume that includes date ranges for each position held and whether the position was full-time or part-time.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
DD-214 for veteran applicants.
Qualified veterans are eligible for veteran's preference points within the State classified system. If you are a veteran and would like to have your DD214 evaluated to determine your eligibility for preference points, please attach a copy of your DD214 to this posting. If you do not wish to upload a DD214, please email a copy to recruiting@colorado.edu and reference the job to which you are applying.
If using the educational substitution for experience: proof of degree or transcripts.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by March 19, 2025 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs (http://jobs.colorado.edu/) .
Select here for additional information regarding Classified Staff positions: https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Manufacturing-Center-Specialist/62473 (https://apptrkr.com/6047323)
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