NDT Inspector

This position is responsible for the design, implementation and overall administration of the NDT qualification and certification program at GTC. The Responsible Level III must be certified as a Level III in all NDT disciplines utilized at GTC including liquid penetrant inspection, magnetic particle inspection, ultrasonic inspection, and radiography. The Level III must also hold AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credentials. The Responsible Level III represents GTC and the NDT program in all customer and third-party audits.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

NDT program fulfills NAS410 and SNT-TC-1A, and other industry standards as specified by customer contract. NADCAP accreditation is maintained in both NDT and Welding, as well as other areas added by company decision. Written NDT, chemical, and cleanliness procedures are developed and maintained consistent with industry and customer specifications and standards. Revisions are made as necessary to ensure that inspection and process methods are updated and current. New and revised manufacturing processes (routings) are reviewed and approved for proper selection and placement of NDT operations. NDT processes are controlled such that product conformity is accurately verified at appropriate points in the manufacturing process. Written NDT inspection techniques are developed in accordance with GTC NDT procedures and applicable customer-designated specifications. Establishes and administers NDT training program to ensure, 1) full competency of NDT inspectors in all necessary methods according to their certification level, and 2) progression of NDT inspectors to the level of certification deemed necessary. Appropriate NDT inspection technologies are available and employed to ensure efficiency of NDT processes. Welder qualification testing and certifications are conducted and maintained through a variety of witness and observation testing, and monitoring of quality and process results. Welder qualification database is maintained, and traceable records retained. Visual acuity database is maintained, and traceable records retained. Calibration activities are carried out per industry standards, and in an efficient and timely manner to ensure coverage of production and inspection operations. Final production records are complete and accurate, and ready for processing by Quality Assurance. Regulatory audits are supported as required by regulatory bodies and standards. Operator adherence to manufacturing and inspection processes is monitored and corrected as necessary.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Creates tests required for certification and recertification of NDT inspectors in all necessary NDT methods according to applicable customer and industry standards. Trains and prepares NDT inspectors for certification examinations and carries out certification testing. Audits inspections performed by NDT inspectors to assure continued inspector capability and adherence to proper NDT procedures and techniques. Observes and participates in NDT work tasks to identify opportunities for efficiency improvement and eliminating areas of waste. Initiates action as necessary to implement improvements. Administers training for welders in visual inspection methods. Supports development of NDT departmental strategy and vision. Maintains personal Level III certification in all necessary NDT methods without disruption. Maintains a growing knowledge of NDT inspection philosophies and technologies to ensure GTC capabilities remain on par with industries served.

KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION:

High school diploma or GED is required. Bachelors degree in engineering or technical field is desired. Technical institution (ASNT, AWS) testing and certifications such as CWI and SNT-TC-1A Level III inspector in at least three NDT methods such as MT, PT, VT and RT. Level III UT certification is desirable.

EXPERIENCE/SKILL:

10 years of experience in NDT methods, preferably in a manufacturing environment. 5 years of NDT experience with DoD hardware. Well-developed verbal and written communication and organization skills with demonstrated experience in effectively training others. Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and electronic time and labor tracking and reporting systems

RELATIONSHIPS:

Develops and maintains close, cooperative working relationships with customers, industry experts, and NDT inspectors, production coordinators, manufacturing engineers, business units, and quality control personnel. Demonstrates a strong sense of fair and consistent leadership style with people/subordinates, being objective and empathetic #J-18808-Ljbffr Veteran Workforce Solutions