Quality Control NDT Inspector Advanced CWI - VUG

Brief Summary Of This Position

This position reports to the Quality Supervisor. The NDT Inspector – Advanced will evaluate the assembly of fabricated materials by dimensional checks, visual inspection of welds and conduct nondestructive testing by ultrasonic, mag particle, and liquid penetrant processes. Responsible for coordination of the Quality area to meet production goals. Completes daily paperwork. Describe Valmont’s quality system and demonstrate inspection proficiency for customer and third-party auditors. Demonstrates a commitment to quality, productivity, safety and environmental policies. Responsible for communication within the work group ensuring teamwork and a productive work environment. Works with the production supervisor to maintain workflow of the area and report issues to the supervisor.

Essential Functions

• Makes decisions in the area of codes (includes AWS D1.1) and specifications.
• Interprets reports for NDT and passes or rejects quality acceptance.
• Able to perform metallurgical testing including weld coupon testing, positive material identification, and macro examination of weldments.
• Able to obtain and maintain advanced inspection certifications including AMPP (NACE) CIP or Phased Array UT, if required by Valmont.
• Rejects material, stops work in process etc. to minimize financial loss and risk of customer dissatisfaction.
• Works under production conditions with accurate performance and completion of work within set time limits.
• Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along with the maintenance of these tools, to include calibration.
• Participates in department safety, demonstrates excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures.
• Maintains timely and consistent attendance.

Required Qualifications

• A high awareness for safety at all times.
• A high school diploma and 7+ years of work/educational experience or Associates Degree with 5+ years’ experience or Bachelor’s Degree.
• 5 years’ experience in fabricated steel environment.
• Level II NDT certifications: AWS CWI certification.
• Ability to perform basic mathematic calculations, including conversion of fractions to decimals.
• Ability to use basic measuring tools, such as tape measure, calipers, fillet weld gauges, and levels (digital and conventional).
• Ability to operate NDT testing equipment.
• Ability to work effectively with plant employees, supervisors, management and customers.
• Ability to prioritize work in order to complete deadlines.
• Ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time result without errors.
• A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Highly Qualified Candidates

• 10 years’ experience in fabricated steel environment.
• Associate Degree in NDT from an accredited school.
• SNT-TC-1A NDT Level II in UT, VT, MT, and PTAWS SCWI certification.
• Proficient in basic quality assurance disciplines including the use of dimensional inspection and gauging equipment.
• Other AWS professional certifications.
• Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Working Environment And Physical Efforts

• Work is typically performed in a manufacturing plant environment.
• Constant exposure to disagreeable work conditions such as dust, dirt, heat, fumes, and cold.
• Exposure to noise levels above 80 decibels.
• Visits to both indoor and outdoor locations during all seasons of the year.
• Many of the tasks are physical and the incumbent has to be able to lift up to 50 lbs. although the most frequent amount of weight lifted is 20 lbs.
• The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, feel, as well as balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more