South Suburban CollegeCollege or university · South Holland, IL · 62 open roles

Part-Time Manager, South Works Maker Lab

16333 S. Kilbourn Avenue, Oak Forest, IL · Oak Forest, ILPart-timeAdministrationFrom $30 / hrPosted Aug 30
From $30per hourAs listed by the institution
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Where
16333 S. Kilbourn Avenue, Oak Forest, IL · Oak Forest, IL
Posted
Aug 30, 2026
Experience
Early Career
Listing expires
Nov 11, 2026

About this role

Description

SUMMARY
The Manager of the Maker’s Lab is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, maintenance, and growth of the college’s Maker’s Lab, ensuring that equipment, software, and inventory are effectively managed and maintained. This position provides leadership and supervision to part-time laboratory assistants and volunteers while developing innovative STEM-based educational programming for students and the broader community.

Examples of Duties

  • Maintain all Maker lab equipment, software and inventory in coordination with the appropriate college service departments.
  • Train and supervise part-time laboratory assistants and volunteers.
  • Develop and coordinate STEM programming for the college and greater community.
  • Assist with STEM promotion and outreach by hosting events or participating in community and college events.
  • Promote the Maker lab and its services to the local business community.
  • Support college credit and non-credit programs
  • Support partnerships with the local grammar and high school districts.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in an engineering-related field
  • Experience with various CAD, 3D, 2D software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD
  • Experience with use and maintenance of maker equipment including laser systems, 3D printers, CNC machines
  • Experience administering training on the use of software and equipment listed above
  • Must successfully pass a criminal background check

Supplemental Information

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 2-3 years community college Teaching experience
  • Experience developing and administering workshops in the Maker Lab setting
  • Demonstrate ability to use technology in the classroom and laboratory

BEGINNING DATE: September 1, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled
STATUS/SALARY:
This is a regular part-time Technical/Professional/Exempt position for 25 hours a week, 50 weeks a year. The hourly rate is $30.00.

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