Sr NDT Tech - Kenn

Scope of Responsibility

The primary role of the SR NDT Tech Professional is to lead the team of technicians that inspect the quality of welded joints in metallic materials. The position is a key element for serving our customer base, thus making the position very demanding with full responsibility and accountability for its effectiveness in achieving our overall goal of supplying excellent Quality. In addition, the position demands controls and procedures to ensure products are consistently built and shipped to meet Customer specifications and requirements, including on time delivery.

Essential Duties

• Have the skills and knowledge to interpret codes, standards, and other contractual documents that control NDT methods used by Sabre Industries/FWT facilities
• Capable of assuming technical responsibility for the NDT facilities and the staff
• Capable of selecting the method and technique for a specific inspection
• Prepare and verify the adequate procedures in the method certified
• Audit the current personnel to current customer requirements in NDT methods as needed
• Provide training and guidance to personnel in determining pass/fail criteria
• Conduct inspection to ensure quality, detect discontinuities using ultrasonic equipment
• Accurate process of paperwork and test results
• Conduct training and guidance for Level I & Level II inspectors
• Verification of product to specification
• Approve and or authorize maintenance methods of inspection tools and equipment
• Ability to read blueprints and have an understanding of lean manufacturing practices and cost effectiveness
• Reviews and stays abreast with NDT requirements, and updates
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to co-workers and subordinates as a representative of the company
• Responsible for all aspects of NDT related records
• Absorb and implement new technologies and processes
• Absorb and implement new technologies and processes
• Assist with any other projects as needed
• Absorb and implement new technologies and processes

Position Requirements

• Two years of experience as a NDT Tech A, UT2/MT2
• Provide leadership and coaching of division level continual improvement events in relation to known inefficiencies (manufacturing or system) and potential compliance violations in code or customer requirements
• Developmentally Coach our leaders, supervisors, and associates in problem solving methods, standard operating procedures (NDT and manufacturing), consistent reporting, and especially interaction with our clientele
• Knowledge of heavy manufacturing (fabrication, machinery) required
• Knowledge of how to manage and can provide past examples of tactical and strategic management across multiple facilities and across multiple states
• Domestic Travel Required – 40% as needed to Sabre facilities and Customer Locations
• ASTM Pressure Vessel or AWS D1.1 Experience Preferred – background in SAW, and or GMAW welding

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 25 pounds
• Must be able to walk and perform activities that require considerable use of arms and moving entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, twisting and handling materials - within an office, manufacturing environment and potentially client based outside utilities, such as storage yards, utility lines and customer testing facilities
• Must be willing to visit customer and client locations in an open environment, possibly exposed to extreme temperatures – while maintaining a safe work ethic and using proper PPE as required for the occasion

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Continuing Education & Tuition Reimbursement
• Life and Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Health and Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts