NDT Trainee I

Advanced Atomization Technologies LLC•Clyde, NY

10d•$20 - $25

About The Position

The NDT Trainee I is responsible for obtaining certifications in current and future approved methods within the NDT department and maintaining those certifications throughout employment. The employee performs inspections in accordance with applicable procedures and other requirements for assigned tasks. The role requires certification to Level 2 in Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI) and Digital Radiography (DR) within two years of the NDT start date, including Level 2 FPI and Level 1 and Level 2 DR certification tests. Level 2 recertification is required every five years. The employee operates required inspection equipment, performs system checks and routine maintenance, reads product prints and process drawings, and may develop inspection techniques for future products or improve processes to enhance results and address ergonomic concerns. The role examines hundreds of parts daily for weld and braze flaws, incorrect assemblies, forging and casting defects, and rework evaluations, while maintaining a high quality standard. The position requires maintaining clean, organized, FOD-free work areas and equipment, performing effectively under pressure and during internal or external audits, meeting production requirements without compromising inspection quality, and adapting to industry and departmental changes. The employee works closely with supervision, engineering staff, and other team members. Travel of up to 5% of the time (up to three weeks per year) is required. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and provide evidence of citizenship or immigration status when applying. The schedule is third shift, with training on first shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read, write, and understand detailed work instructions, procedures, and drawings.
Strong computer skills, including creating spreadsheets and Word documents, developing Excel techniques and formulas, entering data in various software suites, and working in a Windows OS environment.
Basic math and algebra skills, subject to verification by test.
General science comprehension.
Successfully complete an eye test.
Meet and maintain all requirements within Q09-02-4001 and NAS-410 for present and future NDT method certifications.
Ability to travel up to 5% of the time (up to three weeks per year).
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and provide evidence of citizenship or immigration status upon applying.

Responsibilities

Obtain Level 2 certification in FPI and Level 1 and Level 2 certifications in DR within two years of the NDT start date.
Maintain required NDT certifications throughout employment and complete Level 2 recertification every five years.
Follow procedures and requirements applicable to NDT and assigned tasks or methods.
Operate required equipment, perform system checks, and complete routine maintenance as needed.
Read prints and process drawings associated with AA TECH products.
Develop techniques for future products and improve processes to enhance inspection results or reduce ergonomic concerns.
Inspect hundreds of parts daily for weld and braze flaws, incorrect assemblies, forging and casting defects, and rework evaluations.
Maintain organized, clean, FOD-free work areas and equipment.
Meet production requirements while maintaining inspection quality and performing other responsibilities, including during audits and industry or departmental changes.
Work with supervisors, engineering staff, and team members to meet inspection quality and production demands.
Travel up to 5% of the time, or up to three weeks per year, with team members or individually.