Level III NDT Inspector

Position Description Summary:

The NDT Level III Inspector is responsible for maintaining the company NDT program including the development of NDT Inspectors, qualification of welders, and oversight for weld/NDT support and compliance.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Promote and adhere to the Core Values and Behavior Code.
• Possess and utilize Level III NDT Certification in the following disciplines: VT, PT & MT.
• Trains, examines, and certifies NDT personnel, ensuring they are competent and qualified to perform the applicable tests in conformance and contractual requirements.
• Reviews technical specifications and customer requirements for NDT as required.
• Develops quality control and inspection procedures as required.
• Prepares technical reports as a result of testing, research and development, and quality investigations.
• Performs internal audits to monitor compliance with company procedures and performs external audits to evaluate supplier suitability for use.
• Tracks and reviews status of in-process rejections and recommends appropriate actions to management.
• Acts as a liaison with customers, vendors, and other departments for NDT Program support.
• Monitors compliance with company Quality Management System, workmanship, and customer requirements.
• Inspects and monitors work performed on government and commercial work.
• Apply working knowledge of GD&T principles to inspection techniques.
• Inspect materials and finished goods to ensure they meet customer requirements and/or contract specifications, including but not limited to checking welds, welding consumables, base material, receiving inspection, cut and formed parts, layout work and coatings.
• Perform in-process inspections and conducts final review after completion for NDT.
• Reviews contractual required documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Reviews Technical Specifications and contract requirements; provides guidance during accomplishment of projects.
• Evaluates new developments in the NDT field for possible application to the current and future inspection program.
• Responsible for dimensional layout of various parts in accordance with fabrication and machining drawings.
• Utilizes a variety of standards for inspection including military standards, ASME Section 9 and AWS D1.1.
• Demonstrates high proficiency in ability to use calipers, gauges, jigs and other dimensional inspection equipment as well as application for inspection.
• Documents and segregate non-conforming fabricated material and workmanship.
• Works with management and shop foremen to address remedies for non-conformances and prevention.
• Supports production in resolution of day-to-day issues, as needed.
• Performs calibration and basic and preventative maintenance on all quality control equipment.
• Remains current with inspector qualifications, code analysis, industry standards, procedures, and processes.
• Interacts with customer and government source inspectors as needed.
• Represents the company, as needed, on field issues requiring investigation and decisions associated with product quality and conformance.
• Maintains work area, equipment, and supplies in a neat and orderly condition.
• Promotes company goals with a focus on Safety, Quality, and Production.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including production support.

Position Requirements:

Education/Experience:

• Associates Degree, preferred, or equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
• 8+ years quality control experience, a minimum of two years of which must be a designated NDT Level II.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Level III NDT certification in VT, PT, & MT
• AWS Certified Weld Inspector, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Working knowledge of non-destructive testing, weld standards, commercial and military specifications.
• Advanced mathematical skills including trigonometry, geometry and algebra.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed blueprints.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and follow through on verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of safety standards
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptability and flexibility to shift priorities based on the organizations' needs.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Dependability, integrity and professionalism are essential.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

This full-time position operates in a production environment. Physical effort consists of frequent handling of light to average weight tools or materials, some handling of heavy weights, some pulling, pushing. The employee must be able to lift and move items up to 30 pounds. Work performed requires constant alertness and activity, good eye/hand coordination and concentrated mental and visual attention.

Safety Equipment and Attire:

Steel toed shoes (required)
Safety glasses (required)
Long sleeved shirt (must be tucked into pants, required)
Long pants, no cuffs (required)
Ear plugs (required)
Work gloves (required)