NDT Inspector

Mercedes Benz U.S. International; Fairhope (AL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks of vacation

10 Paid Holidays

Medical Plan

Telemedicine Program

401(K) plan with 4% match

Dental and Vision

Disability insurance

Life/AD&D

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Segers Aero Corporation in Fairhope, AL seeks an NDT II Inspector to perform non-destructive inspections using approved methods. The role maintains NAS 410 and company QA processes, communicates with the Chief Inspector, and supports continuous improvement in inspection efficiency.

Benefits include a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off, hours 5:30am–3pm, and a comprehensive package. The position requires DOT FAA pre-employment and compliance with safety policies.

Qualifications

• Must be familiar with NDT inspection techniques and tools.
• Qualified in MT, PT, ET; UT preferred, per ASTM standards and procedures.
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English; proficient with MS Office.
• Must maintain NAS 410 and Segers QS 701 qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Completes non-destructive inspections to support production schedules.
• Sets up equipment, conducts tests, and interprets results.
• Completes inspection reports and logs per quality processes.
• Examines materials for surface defects and internal cracks.
• Maintains accurate records and supports training of others.

Skills

NDT methods

Inspection interpretation

English communication

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NDT Level II Certification

Tools

NDT equipment

UT equipment

Quality control software

Job description

Overview

Segers Aero Corporation located in Fairhope, AL is seeking a NDT II Inspector to join our team. We offer a competitive benefits package and a 9/80 work schedule that includes every other Friday off. Working hours are 5:30am – 3pm.

Lead Inspector Pay Range: $28/hour to Salary

Segers is a Rolls-Royce Authorized Maintenance Center for the T56/501 engine, a Lockheed Martin Hercules QEC Service Center and Honeywell Approved Fuel Component Service Center for the T56/501.

The company also provides full repair and overhaul of Hercules and P-3 propellers, including valve housings and pump housings. Segers has a wide range of accessory capability and sophisticated machining, NDT and measurement equipment. Contact us today for maintenance assistance, tech support or engine and components sales.

Purpose of Position:

To complete the required non-destructive inspections using approved NDT methods.

Essential Functions:

• Completes non-destructive inspections in support of the production schedule
• Sets up equipment, conducts tests, and interprets those results
• Completes NDT inspection reports and logs as required by quality processes
• Examines material or product for surface defects such as cracks, pits, and incomplete welds
• Tests products for structural defects such as leaks and internal cracks
• Rejects defective parts, and marks type of defect on part, and/or inspection tag
• Assists in on-the-job training of other NDT inspection personnel in the completion of inspection responsibilities
• Participates in improvement efforts to improve turn time, reduce errors, or reduce costs using continuous improvement tools
• Maintains qualifications and certification in accordance with NAS 410 and Segers QS 701.
• Timely communicates with Chief Inspector concerning any quality processes
• Utilizes the electronic database to complete transactions
• Keeps a clean work environment using continuous improvement tools
• Maintains an understanding of the methodology employed by bureaucratic and government organizations, and skills to deal with the requirements and systems imposed by these organizations.
• Maintains accurate and timely records of inspections
• Ability to demonstrate inspection proficiency on equipment, inspection methods & techniques, aids, and tools
• Travels as needed
• Confers with manager to recommend changes such as: equipment utilization, production methods and procedures to increase efficiency of department and promote improvement
• Attends all safety and health training, as required, in a timely manner
• Works when scheduled and complies with company attendance policy
• Works overtime as needed
• Observes and practices all safety procedures and personal policies (e.g. safety-glasses, ear plugs, face shields etc.)
• Performs other duties as required

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Must be familiar with NDT inspection techniques and tools used to complete the inspection process
• Must be able to be qualified in (MT) Magnetic Particle, (PT) Dye Penetrant, and (ET) Eddy Current, with (UT) Ultrasonic Inspection being preferred, in accordance with ASTM standards, Segers internal procedures, Commercial and/or Military specification, Customer Requirements as specified.
• Must be able to maintain an effective working relationship with, and among, co-workers and supervisors
• Must be able to work with little or no supervision and to take initiative
• Must be able to use applied knowledge to formulate positive solutions to problem situations
• Must be able to apply common sense
• Must be able to effectively read, write, and communicate in English
• Must be proficient in company specific software and Microsoft Office Word and Excel
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using fractions and decimals; compute percentages, ratios, rates and interpret graphs
• Must be able to comply with OSHA requirements and standards to properly wear all applicable PPE
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. or more regularly with assistance occasionally
• Must be able to see within 20/20 vision with or without corrective lenses
• Must be able to pass Jaeger and Ishihara eye examMust be able to pass color perception eye exam
• Must be able to hear running machinery
• Must be able to use hands, wrists, and fingers repetitively
• Must have exceptional eye-hand coordination
• Must regularly be able to reach overhead
• Must regularly be able to squat, bend, twist and stand
• Must be able to walk around regularly using steps occasionally
• Ability to provide verifications of US citizenship or permanent residency to satisfy ITAR/EAR restrictions

Marginal Functions:

• Other duties as assigned

Experience and Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous NDT Level II Certification criteria is required.

• Must pass a DOT FAA pre-employment drug screen and comply with all FAA regulations.
• Position is considered safety-sensitive in accordance with DOT and FAA regulations and as such, subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA's regulations.

• Jaeger and Ishihara and color perception eye exam required upon hire.

Work Conditions:

Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. Noise is generally loud.

Our competitive benefits package include:

• Three weeks of vacation
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(K) plan that includes an employer matching program (up to 4%)
• Medical Plan
• Telemedicine Program
• Identity Theft Prevention Program
• Dental and Vision (company paid benefit for employee coverage)
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability (company-paid benefit)
• Basic Life/AD&D (company paid benefit / 2x base salary amount)
• Voluntary - Supplemental Life/AD&D coverage options
• Spouse & Child Life coverage options
• Flexible Spending Account (Medical & Dependent Care options)
• Employee Assistance Program (company-paid, includes three free counseling sessions)
• And more!