Certified Weld Inspector / Fabrication Inspector

Fairbanks Morse Defense•Cincinnati, OH
•Onsite

About The Position

Federal Equipment Company, now part of Fairbanks Morse Defense, is a leading supplier for marine deck machinery and specialized weapons and material handling systems. The company has emerged into an internationally recognized organization with extensive expertise in marine design/engineering and manufacturing of critical shipboard systems. This rapidly growing company is in need of a Certified Weld Inspector. The Weld Inspector (NDT LII Weld) will be responsible for level II inspecting of Welds, overseeing 3rd party inspections, and preparing a variety of required reports. This role requires time spent in our Inspection Lab and other Manufacturing environments within FEC. Team members wear many hats and cover several areas of responsibility, and this position is no different. This role will fulfill duties as described below, as well as technical and clerical duties that arise when bottlenecks present themselves. This position is one of proactivity, continuous improvement, and integrity for the overall quality of the company.

Requirements

  • Current Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Certification (AWS)
  • Must have excellent reading comprehension skills.
  • Good math skills, especially algebra, trigonometry and physics related to welding.
  • Must have good organizational and planning skills.
  • Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at times.
  • Able to comprehend blueprints and drawings
  • Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Works well in a fast-paced environment with minimal day-to-day supervision
  • Proven ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
  • Capable of working in a customer-focused, deadline-driven environment while maintaining a positive attitude
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Attention to detail and ability to deal with complexity
  • Results-oriented with willingness to take responsibility
  • NDT VT Level II experience
  • Ability to operate Windows based computers and working knowledge of typical office programs – i.e. Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Must provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship.

Nice To Haves

  • NAVSEA weld inspector – NDT Level II preferred
  • experience interpreting engineering prints using GD&T preferred but will train
  • Ability to use precision measuring instruments, (digital AND dial/analog - micrometers, calipers) test sets, and gauging equipment, a plus
  • Ability to read customer drawings and specifications, GD&T experience a plus
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as dimensions, tolerance, etc.

Responsibilities

  • Routinely perform Level II Visual Inspection of Welds.
  • May perform receiving, in-process, and final dimensional inspections.
  • Overseeing 3rd party NDT Inspections as needed.
  • Interpret weld symbols and requirements on engineering prints.
  • Interpret weld codes and industry standards as required.
  • Complete VT Reports as required.
  • Visit local Suppliers to perform VT and dimensional Inspections as needed.
  • Manage/maintain equipment and records as required.
  • Assist in creating/maintaining Weld and NDT Procedures/Programs as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life
  • disability insurances
  • 401k retirement plan with employer match
  • paid time off
  • paid holidays
  • paid parental leave
  • tuition reimbursement
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