SUMMARY
Set up and operate various types of computerized and state-of-the-art nondestructive test equipment determining the most effective inspection methods to be used for each specific application.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
•Examine material or product for defects such as cracks, porosity, and incomplete welds.
•Display competency in eddy current, ultrasonic, radiographic, FPI, visual and thermographic inspection techniques.
•Read and interpret drawings and specifications verifying specified dimensions of parts or material.
•Test product for structural defects such as leaks or internal cracks.
•Make judgment on inspection findings and make technical recommendations.
•Document inspection and report findings to Engineering and assist with technical evaluation of components to include life assessment.
•Provide technical and financial input on recommendations and process changes.
•Train new inspectors to ASNT standards.
•Support ISO 9001 audits and compliance efforts.
•Ensure product meets or exceeds internal and customer requirements.
•Perform other such duties that may be required.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures reporting all unsafe activities to Management and/or Human Resources.
•Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
•Contribute to building a positive team spirit.
•Communicate effectively with subordinates and management at all levels.
•Protect confidential information by not communicating, disclosing to, or using for benefit of third parties.
•Maintain the highest degree of honesty and integrity at all times.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EDUCATION
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•Education and/or Experience:Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or at least five (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
•Language Skills:Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
•Mathematical Skills:Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
•Reasoning Ability:Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
•Computer Skills: Basic personal computer skills including electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Hearing protection may be recommended and/or required in some areas.