NDT Trainee

KeelMeggett, SC
Onsite

About The Position

Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands-on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing. We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride. This position allows the individual to gain the required on-the-job hours, learn the methods and to become NDT Level II Certified. The intent of an NDT Trainee is to become NDT Level II Certified.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred.
  • Some education, training, and experience understanding the principles and procedures of NDT methods preferred.
  • Well-organized with good communication abilities, industrious, hardworking, and possessing sound problem solving abilities.
  • Must also be capable of passing vision/color testing.
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in technical and/or mechanical related position or related degree.

Nice To Haves

  • Trainees shall obtain work experience only under direct observation of a Level II, Level III, or instructor in the same method.
  • Trainees shall not independently conduct tests, make accept or reject decisions, or perform any other NDT functions.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in performing visual, magnetic particle and dye penetrant examinations in accordance with written procedures.
  • Learn and support the testing and inspection of products that will be performed at various stages of the production process in compliance with applicable codes, standards, or other specified requirements.
  • Place safety and environmental issues as a priority at all times.
  • Help compile and evaluate statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.
  • Work alongside NDT Level II Inspector to learn the NDT process and prepare for certification.
  • Understand, comply and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
  • Follow housekeeping and 5-S initiatives in the quality department.
  • Work to have a practical knowledge of all production processes.
  • Become familiar with applicable industry standards specifications and procedures.
  • Learn to interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams and confer with management to employ appropriate quality codes and standards.
  • Work with NDT Level II Inspector to select products for test at specific stages in the production process, and test products for a variety of qualities including dimensions, performance, and mechanical characteristics.
  • Assist in recording test data and applying statistical methods as appropriate.
  • Help evaluate data and complete reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Benefit Package
  • Competitive Pay
  • 401K Match
  • HSA/FSA
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities
  • Shift Differentials
  • Overtime Potential
  • Paid on the Job Training
  • Certification Sponsorship Opportunities
  • Committed to Individual Career Growth
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