Job Description

MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGY/MACHINIST Instructor

Unlimited Full-Time

Start date: August 17, 2026

Minnesota North College-Itasca Campus, The Forge location, is seeking an unlimited, full-time Machine Tool Technology/Machinist instructor who is committed to excellence in teaching and learning; using active and experiential learning strategies; creating a student-centered environment; commitment to teaching students with a wide variety of backgrounds and working collaboratively with colleagues to create a successful student-learning environment.

Position duties include but are not limited to:

• Ability to move/transfer 50 pounds or more.
• Instruct courses including CNC Fundamentals, Fabrication, Assembly and Production Line, Introduction to SolidWorks, and Introduction to Mechatronics.

Work Location: Minnesota North College - Itasca Campus, The Forge location.

Salary Range:

$52,586 - $73,690/annually

This salary range is for initial placement only. If currently teaching within Minnesota State, current salary will remain the same.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirement

• Two year diploma in machine tool technology/machinist.

Occupational Experience Requirement

• Four full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience in machine setup, programming, troubleshooting and operation of both manual and CNC equipment

Recency Requirement

• One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) post-secondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

Teaching and Learning Competency Requirement

• All new faculty must complete the teaching and learning requirement during their probation period.  See requirements here: Teaching and Learning Competency Requirement

Preferred Qualification 

·         Teaching experience with a diverse learner population.

·         A commitment to cultural diversity and inclusive teaching.

Other Requirements

Please upload the following information with your Workday application:

Cover Letter

A Current Resume

A list of three professional references with contact information

Unofficial copies of academic transcripts and licenses (official will be required at the time of hire)

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday - hours based on assigned courses

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About

Minnesota North College is comprised of six campuses including Hibbing, Itasca, Mesabi Range (Eveleth and Virginia), Rainy River, and Vermilion. Our campuses are rooted in their communities' rich histories of providing access and opportunity to higher education across northern Minnesota for over 100 years. We are committed to our role as leaders in education, partnering with local schools, business and industry, and government to create opportunities for students and the region.

We look forward to continuing to serve our students, employees, and communities long into the future, and we hope you choose to Head North and join us as an employee for Minnesota North College!

Instructors work 171 days during a nine-month academic year and receive excellent benefits. Under the collective bargaining agreement with the Minnesota State College faculty (MSCF), new instructors to the Minnesota State College Faculty system receive an actual salary placement based on education and related experience.

Minnesota North College recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. MN North is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans. All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of employment. This document can be made available in alternative formats such as large print, Braille or audio tape by calling Charlotte Peterson, Vice President of Human Resources (218) 550-2502. AA/EO, Veteran Friendly.

About Minnesota North College

Welcome to the land of 10,000 opportunitiesNortheast Minnesota is home to a unique experience of the rural north woods with quality education in liberal arts, high-demand programs, and rare programs. NHED pursues a positive learning process and well-balanced social and cultural experiences with an understanding of how to succeed in a technologically advanced world; and with a realization of the need for real-world, hands-on learning experiences

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