NDT Inspector - Advanced
About The Position
This position is responsible for testing and evaluation, with absolute integrity, of products to ensure conformance to company and customer specifications. The NDT Inspector makes decisions in the area of codes (includes AWS D1.1) and specifications, and interprets reports for NDT, passing or rejecting quality acceptance. This role actively mentors Entry and Intermediate level NDT Inspectors, monitoring and documenting OJT progress. The inspector is also responsible for performing metallurgical testing including weld coupon testing, positive material identification, and macro examination of weldments. They have the authority to reject material and stop work in process to minimize financial loss and risk of customer dissatisfaction. The position operates under production conditions, requiring accurate performance and completion of work within set time limits. The inspector is accountable for the maintenance of essential tools and equipment, including calibration. Active participation in department safety, demonstrating excellent safety practices and behaviors conforming to all Valmont safety policies and procedures, and maintaining timely and consistent attendance are also essential functions. This position reports to the Quality Engineer and has no direct reports.
Requirements
- A high awareness for safety at all times.
- High School diploma and 7+ years of work/educational experience or Associates Degree with 5+ years’ experience or Bachelor’s Degree 5 years’ experience in fabricated steel environment
- Level II NDT certifications
- AWS CWI certification
- Ability to perform basic mathematic calculations, including conversion of fractions to decimals
- Ability to use basic measuring tools, such as tape measure, calipers, fillet weld gauges, and levels (digital and conventional) to ensure dimensional accuracy.
- Ability to operate NDT testing equipment.
- Ability to work effectively with plant employees, supervisors, management and customers.
- Ability to prioritize work in order to complete deadlines.
- Must also be able to work through problem with the minimum amount of assistance from the lead person or supervisor.
- Ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time result without errors.
- A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Nice To Haves
- 10 years’ experience in fabricated steel environment
- Associate Degree in NDT from an accredited school
- SNT-TC-1A NDT Level II in UT, VT, MT, and PT
- AWS SCWI certification
- Proficient in basic quality assurance disciplines including the use of dimensional inspection and gauging equipment
- Other AWS professional certifications
- Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional result
Responsibilities
- Responsible for testing and evaluation, with absolute integrity, of products to ensure conformance to company and customer specifications
- Makes decision in the area of codes (includes AWS D1.1) and specifications.
- Interprets reports for NDT and passes or rejects quality acceptance.
- Actively mentors Entry and Intermediate level NDT Inspectors, which includes monitoring and documenting OJT progress
- Able to perform metallurgical testing including weld coupon testing, positive material identification, and macro examination of weldments.
- Able to obtain and maintain advanced inspection certifications including AMPP (NACE) CIP or Phased Array UT, if required by Valmont.
- Has the authority to reject material, stop work in process etc. to minimize financial loss and risk of customer dissatisfaction.
- Works under production conditions with accurate performance and completion of work within set time limits
- Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along with the maintenance of these tools, to include calibration
- Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
- Maintain timely and consistent attendance
Benefits
- Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
- 401k retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off
- Employer paid life insurance
- Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
- Work Life Support
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
- Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
