Inspector Trainee

NOV; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Certification opportunities

PPE provided

Job summary

The NOV Inspector Trainee program in Youngstown provides hands-on learning with structured training in magnetic particle, ultrasonic, and related inspection methods. Trainees are evaluated throughout the training and may advance to Inspector after demonstrating required knowledge, safety performance, and proficiency in applicable inspection methods.

Participants learn to follow procedures, assist with setup and operation of inspection equipment, and document results under supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to learn nondestructive testing methods.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures and safety requirements.
• Basic math, measurement, and computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn technical processes.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a training environment.
• Ability to work flexible schedules and adapt to changing shifts.
• Willingness to pursue NDT qualifications and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured classroom, hands-on, and on-the-job training.
• Learn and assist with magnetic particle, electromagnetic, and ultrasonic inspection methods.
• Support qualified inspectors with setup, calibration, operation, and routine care of inspection equipment.
• Identify and evaluate common product conditions, defects, and discontinuities.
• Follow approved inspection procedures, customer specifications, work instructions, and company requirements.
• Assist with product identification, traceability, measurement, and documentation.
• Accurately record inspection results and complete required reports under supervision.
• Learn applicable acceptance criteria, industry standards, and customer requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reading procedures

Safety compliance

Basic math

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Magnetic particle equipment

Ultrasonic inspection

Calibration tools

Job description

Job Description

The Inspector Trainee will be evaluated throughout the training process and may advance to an Inspector role after demonstrating the required knowledge, practical skills, safety performance, and proficiency in applicable inspection methods. Training and certification requirements will be administered in accordance with the company’s written practice and applicable industry standards.

Job Description

The Inspector Trainee will be evaluated throughout the training process and may advance to an Inspector role after demonstrating the required knowledge, practical skills, safety performance, and proficiency in applicable inspection methods. Training and certification requirements will be administered in accordance with the company’s written practice and applicable industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured classroom, hands-on, and on-the-job training.
• Learn and assist with magnetic particle, electromagnetic, and ultrasonic inspection methods.
• Support qualified inspectors with the setup, calibration, operation, and routine care of inspection equipment.
• Learn to identify and evaluate common product conditions, defects, and discontinuities.
• Follow approved inspection procedures, customer specifications, work instructions, and company requirements.
• Assist with product identification, traceability, measurement, and documentation.
• Accurately record inspection results and complete required reports under supervision.
• Learn applicable acceptance criteria, industry standards, and customer requirements.
• Assist with the proper identification, documentation, and segregation of nonconforming product.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all health, safety, environmental, quality, and operational requirements.
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) and immediately report unsafe conditions or practices.
• Work collaboratively with inspectors, operations personnel, quality representatives, and customers.
• Demonstrate continued progress toward qualification and certification in applicable nondestructive testing (NDT) methods.
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, and work around tubular products and inspection equipment for extended periods as required to perform assigned duties.
• Safely lift, carry, and handle tools, equipment, and materials required for inspection activities.
• Perform work in an industrial environment that may include exposure to noise, moving equipment, oils, dust, and varying temperatures.
• Wear required PPE, including safety footwear, eye protection, hearing protection, gloves, and other protective equipment as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of training and operational requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, industrial, inspection, mechanical, or energy-sector experience is helpful but not required.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements.
• Basic math, measurement, and computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn technical processes.
• Effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to accept coaching, apply feedback, and work effectively under supervision.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, overtime, and varying shifts as required.
• Willingness and ability to pursue applicable NDT qualifications and certifications.