Inspector NDE II

Graham Manufacturing; City of Batavia (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Graham Manufacturing in New York seeks an Inspector NDE II (RT) to perform inspections with supervision, calibrate equipment, and interpret results per codes and specs. Will train Level I personnel and ensure non-conforming products are not shipped. Second shift position with emphasis on quality and traceability.

Responsibilities include evaluating parts, reporting results, and following blueprints, while maintaining safety and organized work areas in a high-precision manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of RT NDT methods and applicable codes/standards.
• Certification as NDT Level II in RT per ASNT SNT-TC-1A required.
• Experience reading technical drawings and inspection plans.
• Ability to train Level I personnel and trainees on procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop inspection plans from drawings and specs.
• Evaluate parts to meet inspection requirements per plans.
• Complete router pass/fail with time stamps for traceability.
• Read blueprints and work instructions accurately.
• Provide instruction and guidance to personnel assigned to assist.
• Perform dimensional inspection on precision machined products.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping in the work area.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Strong written/verbal communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Technical Trades School in Welding or Inspection

High school diploma or GED

NDT Level II Certification in RT per ASNT SNT-TC-1A

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Description

Job Title: Inspector NDE II

Reports To: Quality Control Supervisor

FLSA Status & EEO Code: Non-Exempt & Technician

Division/Department: GHM/Quality

Level of Work: Level I

Position Summary: The Inspector NDE II (RT) performs inspections with supervision and mentoring. Qualified to set up and calibrate equipment and interpret and evaluate results as per applicable codes, standards, and specifications. Should be familiar with technique limitations. Organize and report the results. Should exercise assigned responsibility for on-the-job training and guidance of trainees and Level I personnel. Inspects components, assemblies, and related paperwork to ensure compliance with contract specifications. Ensures that no non-conforming or rejected product gets shipped to the end user or customer. Focused on providing the highest quality products to customers. Second shift position.

Production quality and efficiency using appropriate tools and equipment, qualified to perform special processes as needed

• Utilize the drawings and specifications to develop a plan for basic manual inspections.
• Evaluate parts to ensure that they meet the specified requirements per the inspection plans.
• Complete the inspection step on the router to properly indicate pass/fail and note the time to ensure the inspection results are traceability to the appropriate inspector
• Knowledge of proper inspection techniques required to obtain accurate results.
• Perform dimensional inspection on precision machined products and assemblies unassisted.

Follow instructions – oral and/or written

• Can properly read all blueprint and work instructions
• Will provide instruction and guidance to employees assigned to assist and as required, will participate in training of welders and other employees of the department of lesser classification.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Quality Control Supervisor or his/her designate.

Safety & House-keeping

• Work may require use of scaffold, ladders, forklift, and/or scissor lift.
• Maintains a clean work area with no clutter.
• Practices safety at all times while at work.
• Follows safety policies and procedures and speaks up when others are non-compliant.
• Wears all safety equipment for area of work.

Continual Improvement suggestions

• Keeps an open mind to others continuous improvement suggestions
• Bring continuous improvement suggestions to the appropriate team member.

Professional Development

• Demonstrates initiative, positive attitude, and enthusiasm for the job
• Will follow up with supervisor on professional development goals and opportunities
• Takes an interest and lets it be known that they have a desire to grow with the company

Qualifications: To qualify for this position, an individual must possess the knowledge, training, experience and abilities required.

Education and Training

• Technical Trades School in Welding or Inspection
• High school diploma or GED
• NDT Level II Certification in RT per ASNT SNT-TC-1A

Experience:

• NDT Experience in RT with required hours (840).
• NDT Training with required hours (80).
• NDT Experience in total hours (1600).
• Hours can be verified and recorded per ASNT SNT-TC-1A.

Other:

• Must be willing to work overtime as required.
• Local travel may be required.
• Second shift position

Skills: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Must have proficiency in MS office applications including spreadsheet, enterprise resource planning, database, and specialized application software.
• Ability and willingness to abide by set policies and/or safety programs established by GHM, our clients, and/or regulatory agencies which govern our performance and behavior in the normal course of our work while on GHM or the client’s property or job site.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with company values.
• Demonstrates pride in workmanship and commitment to continual quality improvement; maintains clean, organized work area; maintains accurate and timely labor reporting; makes improvement based on lessons learned; maintains strict adherence to quality system requirements.
• Adheres to safety and regulatory program requirements, policies, and procedures; promptly reports safety/health concerns; utilizes personal protective equipment as required; maintains organized, clean work environment.
• Experience reading technical drawings desired with a drive to be detail oriented and willingness to learn specification requirements.
• Have basic knowledge of GD&T principal and working knowledge of a variety of machining processes.

Physical and Mental Demands: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is primarily required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, and bend. Required to speak and communicate clearly with others. Corrected vision to 20/20 or adequate and ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Mental demands: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is required to read, write, analyze data and reports, exercise judgment, develop plans, procedures and goals, present information to others and work under pressure.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is also exposed to high level of manufacturing and equipment noise. Duties are performed indoors in a manufacturing environment with temperature changes. Exposure to hazardous materials, fumes or airborne particles and moving mechanical parts with vibration.

Date Finalized: 1/26/24

This job description is not all inclusive but rather serves as a general guideline of the current needs of the position and can be modified at the discretion of management to meet current business needs. Experience and education requirements are the primary basis for awarding this position, however substitutions that are essentially equivalent may be made as they relate to the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of this position