Job Description
Level 3 Radiographer (RT Level 3) - Manchester, CT
- Must have X-Ray DDA (Film and Digital) at minimum
- Must have Aerospace (NAS-410)
- Willing to assist with relocation if needed
- No travel required
- On-site -- NOT hybrid
- Must be a US Citizen or Greencard Holder - unable to hire candidates who require sponsorship b/c of the nature of the industry.
- Will report to the Operations Manager
- 1st Shift
POSITION PURPOSE
Provide day-to-day floor leadership and technical input to calibrate equipment, conduct tests, and to interpret, evaluate, and document results in accordance with the procedures of the respective method. The Level 3 shall be thoroughly knowledgeable with the scope and limitations of designated method and shall exercise assigned responsibility for on-the-job (OJT) training and guidance of NDT personnel.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Will be responsible for preparing, maintaining, administering, and grading the certification examinations, assuring the requirements are met, and certifying all other lesser “Levels” at the facility.
- Set-up and calibrate all equipment used, interpret, evaluate, and document results through formal reports.
- Conduct inspection on complex machined parts, castings, weldments and assemblies per blueprint, manufacturing outline, customers specifications and customer requirements utilizing various types of inspection equipment set up.
- Document inspection results in accordance with company procedures and work instructions.
- Assign and direct employees in NDT processes based on the business unit and customer requirements, as it relates to safety, quality, personnel certification, production and delivery.
- Responsible for training and examining trainees, Level 1 and 2 personnel for certification in those methods
- Interface with onsite customers on a day-by-day basis.
- Evaluate and maintain inventory levels, in-coming material and communicate shortfalls to the appropriate personnel.
- Participate and conduct safety audits as directed to ensure a safe working environment.
- Establish and maintain housekeeping expectations throughout the department.
- Adhere to company policies and procedures.
- Represent the company in a professional and ethical manner.
- Produce technical document generation, review and approve
- Oversee employee development, examination and certification.
- Conduct NDT for the acceptance of parts and document the results if a demonstration of proficiency in this ability was included in the practical examination.
- When approved by the Corporate Level 3, be capable of auditing outside agencies to ensure the requirements of the written practice are met.
- Perform shipping and contract review duties as needed.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Mentor and train coworkers assigned to you through on the job training in safe work practices, technical skills and compliance with company policy.
- Maintain a safe, secure, and legal work environment for all staff ensuring all company policies are being followed
- Maintain staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results in partnership with human resources
- Review, validate, and approve reporting employees’ timesheet and reports.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- NDT Level 2 Certification in: RT. Certifiable to Level 3 per the requirements (NAS 410 and SNT-TC-1A), i.e., 4 years as a Level 2 is required to qualify for Level 3 certification unless the following conditions are met 1.) A 2 year degree in engineering or science study at a technical school, college or university reduces the above to 2 years experience. or 2.) A 3-4 year science or engineering undergraduate degree reduces the above to 1 year experience.
- Knowledge to interpret codes, standards, and other contractual documents that control the NDT method(s).
- Have a general knowledge of other NDT methods and product manufacturing and inspection technologies and customers including, but not limited to:
- Must have RT and DDA (Film and Digital)
- Liquid Penetrant (FPI) (PT) - nice to have
- Magnetic Particle (Mag) (MT) - nice to have
- Radiography (X-Ray) (RT) - nice to have
- Computed Tomography (CT) - nice to have
- Ultrasonic (UT) (Immersion) (Phased Array)
- Computer literate with emphasis on Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Ability to read and understand technical documents relating to the applicable method.
- High level of interpersonal communication skills.
- Assist in the maintaining of the KAIZEN 6S discipline.
- Utilize Hi-lo; crane and other material handling equipment
- Ability and willingness to cross train other NDT methods
- Flexible to work any shift and overtime as required.
- Be capable of assuming technical responsibility for the NDT facility and staff.
- Will select method and technique for the specific inspection.
- Must be able to prepare and verify the adequacy of procedures and work instructions.
- Approve NDT procedures and work instructions for technical adequacy.
- Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of X-Ray Industries. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment.
Job Tags
Contract work, Traineeship, Relocation, Flexible hours, Shift work,