NDT Quality Technician

GE Vernova • Schenectady, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The NDT Quality Technician will support advanced QA/QC of leading-edge investment casting components through the use of various NDT inspection technologies. The technician will be proficient in operation and interpretation of multiple Radiographic inspection disciplines including CT and DR of various materials. The technician will work amongst a team of operators, Quality Engineers, and Process Engineers to validate component quality, develop repair plans, and qualify new products and processes. Aside from responsibilities in operating and maintaining various X-Ray equipment, additional quality inspection responsibilities will also include UT, VT (Borescope), and PT. This position will support 3rd shift.

Requirements

• Associates Degree and 4 or more years experience in manufacturing or quality (OR a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 6 years of experience in Manufacturing or Quality.
• Knowledge of relevant Excel / Word packages and familiarity with Electronic Management Systems.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and create written technical information (i.e. Engineering drawings, machine manuals, and standard operating procedures).
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• This position is 100% on site at GE Vernova’s Schenectady Campus
• This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents and protected individuals (e.g., certain refugees and asylees)). GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
• This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Nice To Haves

• ASNT NDT Level I or II Certification in Radiography (CT/DR).
• Prior Casting NDT Experience. (CT, DR, Grain, FPI, UT, VT, Borescope.
• Proficient manufacturing computer programs (GOM, VG Studio, Python, clear orbit, Fiori)
• Understanding of casting inspection criteria and CTQ’s
• Ability to evaluate the available data to make decisions on casting quality along with strong statistical tool experience.
• Ability to work effectively cross functionally
• Lean Principles.
• Prior union environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Level II NDT Functions from CT/DR, UT, VT, PT within ASNT Certification Discipline.
• Daily machine calibrations, maintenance, and long term PM tracking of overall X-Ray systems and cabinet.
• Proficient in MS office applications (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)
• Proficient manufacturing computer programs (GOM, VG Studio, Python, clear orbit, Fiori)
• Set up and calibrate nondestructive testing equipment.
• Coordinate all aspects of in-process inspections within cell(s).
• Analyze problems, identify ASNT defects associated with Visual and Radiographic defects.
• Evaluate and determine disposition of non-conforming materials and formulate corrective actions.
• Document standard operating procedures for daily operations, inspections, maintenance, environmental health and safety compliance.
• Provide process and quality support for development, first piece qualification, process improvement and productivity activities of new and existing suppliers and in-house qualifications.
• Radiographic Reads of parts/products.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• 12 paid holidays.
• New hires also receive 40 hours of personal business time, 160 hours of personal illness and caregiving time (subject to state law), and two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree