NDT Quality Technician 2 - Weekends Sauk Rapids

About the role

This is a brand-new shift in Sauk Rapids, and the NDT Quality Technician will help us get the weekend shift up and running.

Responsibilities

• Test and inspect products throughout the production process to ensure they meet required codes, standards, quality, and safety expectations.
• Must be certified to Level 2 qualifications in accordance with the American Society of Nondestructive Testing recommended practice SNT-TC-1A in methods such as VT, MT, UT, PT and AWS CWI.
• Other combinations of formal training and experience may be considered.
• Welding background preferred - Must take and pass practical examinations as condition of employment.
• Follow standard work.
• Determine test equipment settings according to type of metal, thickness, distance from test equipment, and related variables, using standard formulas.
• Set up equipment to perform tests, and conduct tests on parts, following procedures established for specified tests performed.
• Apply agents, such as cleaners, penetrants, and developers, and couplant to parts.
• Conduct visual, penetrant, ultrasonic, and magnetic particle tests on metal parts to determine if parts meet nondestructive specifications.
• Mark tested parts to indicate conforming and defective areas.
• Interpret and evaluate test results against designated standards, utilizing knowledge of metals and testing experience in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, or procedures.
• Prepare reports outlining findings and conclusions.
• Initiate accept/reject decisions and know when to call more qualified individuals for marginal evaluations.
• Absorb and assist in monitoring and auditing of existing weld procedures.
• Inspects and calibrates test equipment; documents dates and results.
• Document non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, processes, or results.
• Collaborate with other NDT personnel and provide on-the-job training and guidance as needed.
• Ensure use of safe work procedures and wear all required PPE.
• Promptly report all injuries and unsafe conditions.
• Regular and on-time attendance for full scheduled work shift.
• Maintain a favorable working relationship with coworkers to promote a cooperative working climate conducive to maximum productivity, efficiency and effectiveness.
• Participate and support Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Maintain 5S guidelines.
• Communicate relevant information and concerns positively and effectively to others in timely manner.
• Perform work at the appropriate pace to maintain quality and productivity requirements.

Qualifications

• Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of completing assigned work.
• Enter job data in production tracking system.
• Seek and perform alternate, productive tasks to keep busy during unexpected down time.
• Use crane, hoist, forklift or other material handling equipment to transport materials and product into and out of the work area as required.
• Proficient knowledge in interpreting blueprints, mechanical drawings, schematic diagrams and welding symbols.
• Experience interpreting codes, standards, and specifications to designate and apply examinations methods, techniques, and procedures to be used; and to verify the adequacy of procedures.
• Computer literate; particularly in word processing, spreadsheet, email, and shop floor control, applications.
• Ability to solve practical problems and make decisions within a set of guidelines.
• Ability to read and understand required internal manufacturing paperwork.
• Effective and appropriate oral communication skills including legible handwriting in English.
• Work with others as part of a high performance team.
• Able to work under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or procedures.
• Follow standard Millerbernd's and customer specified welding procedures and practices.
• Able to accept and apply on the job training to advance your skill level.

Skills

• Ability to interpret codes, standards, and specifications to designate and apply examinations methods, techniques, and procedures to be used; and to verify the adequacy of procedures.
• Computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheet, email, and shop floor control applications.
• Ability to solve practical problems and make decisions within a set of guidelines.
• Ability to read and understand required internal manufacturing paperwork.
• Effective and appropriate oral communication skills including legible handwriting in English.
• Ability to work with others as part of a high performance team.
• Ability to follow standard Millerbernd's and customer specified welding procedures and practices.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
Financial Security
401(k) with 4% Match – Immediate vesting
Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
Certain roles are eligible for the Performance-based “Freight Train Profit Sharing (FTPS)” Incentive plans
This team incentive plan has a weekly goal and a weekly stretch goal
If goals are achieved, the monthly payout can be up to $1,000 per eligible employee
Work-Life Balance
Accrual Paid Time Off (PTO) + Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles
Benefits available to employees working 30+ hours/week.
401(k) available to all employees.

Pay

$28.05 – 33.00 per hour (non-exempt)

Schedule

Weekend shift
Friday - Sunday
5am - 5pm
Shift Differential: Weekend shift - $2.50/hour