HOURLY PRODUCTION - Xray Operator

Howmet; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Howmet in La Porte, IN is seeking an NDT technician to support product criteria, activity instructions, and X-ray processes in a fast-paced environment. You will verify product documentation and operate X‑ray equipment, ensuring quality and safety.

The role requires basic computer skills, teamwork, and the ability to work overtime as needed. Candidates must meet WorkKeys testing requirements and be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• WORKKEYS testing required; pass level 4 on all tests.
• Authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.
• Access to export‑controlled items; eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and coordinate product workflow through NDT processes.
• Check process documentation for proper technique and ensure product/documentation match.
• Operate and monitor X‑ray equipment; develop and package film.
• Interface with Level II for guidance; train Level I candidates.
• Perform other duties as assigned and adhere to safety and cleanliness standards.

Skills

Safety awareness

NDT application knowledge

Read Activity Instructions

Team oriented

Multitasking

Written and verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

NDT X-ray tools

Computer

Optical inspection tools

Job description

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Must be able to read and interpret Product Criteria (PC) and Activity Instructions (AI).
• Must be able to function as a member of a team and be able to work under general supervision.
• Must be able to work and function in a fast‑paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of computers.
• Must be able to maintain expected quality levels.
• Product verification.
• Documentation verification.
• Ensure NDT processes for product criteria is met.
• Monitor X‑Ray equipment and all related functions regarding X‑Ray equipment.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Prioritize and coordinate product workflow through NDT processes.
• Ensure product and documentation matches.
• Check process documentation for proper technique.
• Process product per technique.
• Setup product to be x‑rayed per technique.
• X‑Ray.
• Tear Down.
• Develop and package film to be read.
• Monitor equipment operation during process.
• Monitor film processing.
• Restock film in darkroom.
• Refilling developer and fixer tanks.
• Clean film processor as required.
• Fill Cassettes with clean film.
• Cut film into special sizes.
• Organize film at film table.
• Repair torn cassettes.
• Maintain cleanliness of work environment.
• Interface with Level II for technical guidance pertaining to manufacturing for NDT issues.
• Assist Level II in training Level I candidates.
• Performs material handling.
• Expectations are for Level I's to reach Level II status.
• Various duties which fall under Corporate NDT Manual and/or NDT Level III/ Area Leaders direction.
• Performs other work‑related duties as assigned.
• Employees are expected to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalency is required.
• WORKKEYS Tests are REQUIRED to be considered for this position. Testing will be conducted at the La Porte WorkOne office. Required Testing: Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, Workplace Documents. Candidates MUST pass with a Level 4 or higher on ALL tests.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position entails access to export‑controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Preferred Qualifications

• Able to demonstrate 2 years of full‑time continuous work experience with the same employer OR 6 months of manufacturing experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Safety awareness.
• Working knowledge of specific technical NDT application.
• Ability to read and understand Activity Instructions in accordance with standard procedures.
• Team orientated attitude.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Average communications skills, both verbal and written.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee is required to execute the following:

• Occasional bending, reaching, pushing and pulling when retrieving and moving various items.
• Lifting intermittently of various items. Typically, assistance would be provided for weights exceeding 35 pounds.
• Good manual dexterity to operate computer equipment and precision measuring instruments.
• Position may require more than eight hours daily and more than five days weekly to complete work assignments.
• Sitting in chairs (swivel, padded, and adjustable).
• Squatting / crouching when retrieving stored items from lower shelves and file cabinets, making equipment / product inspections, etc.
• Standing intermittently.
• Visual monitoring of computer screens.
• Visual inspection and review of products for compliance to specifications. Visual viewing of processing equipment, precision measuring instruments, prints, reports, manuals, procedures and an assortment of printed items.
• Visual requirements for this position are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Clean work areas and maintain a clean work environment; perform 5S cleaning activities as required.

Equipment Used

• Various NDT inspection tools (x-ray).
• Computer.
• Optical inspection aids/tool/equipment.

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.