NDT Inspector-Intermediate

Valmont Industries; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Work Life Support

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Valmont Industries in Elkhart, IN is seeking an experienced NDT Inspector with Level II capabilities to ensure product conformance to specifications.

The role mentors entry-level inspectors, operates NDT equipment, and collaborates with plant teams to meet deadlines while upholding safety and quality standards. Strong math, measurement skills, and proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and 5+ years of work/educational experience or Associates Degree with 2+ years’ experience or Bachelor’s Degree
• Ability to perform basic mathematic calculations, including conversion of fractions to decimals
• Ability to use basic measuring tools such as tape measure, calipers, fillet weld gauges, and levels
• Level II NDT certifications or be able to obtain Level II certification within agreed upon time by Valmont
• Ability to operate NDT testing equipment
• Ability to work effectively with plant employees, supervisors, management and customers
• Ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines
• Strong working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Test and evaluate products for conformance to specifications
• Interpret reports for NDT and quality acceptance
• Mentor entry level NDT Inspectors and monitor OJT progress
• Have the authority to reject material or stop work to minimize risk
• Maintain and calibrate essential tools and equipment
• Participate in department safety and maintain good attendance

Skills

Quality inspection

Mentoring

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

NDT equipment

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

3403 Charlotte Ave Elkhart Indiana 46517-1150

Why Valmont

We’re Here to Move the World Forward. Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward?

Essential Functions

Responsible for testing and evaluation, with absolute integrity, of products to ensure conformance to company and customer specifications Makes decision in the area of codes (includes AWS D1.1) and specifications. Interprets reports for NDT and quality acceptance. Actively mentors Entry level NDT Inspectors, which includes monitoring and documenting OJT progress Has the authority to reject material, stop work in process etc. to minimize financial loss and risk of customer dissatisfaction. Works under production conditions with accurate performance and completion of work within set time limits Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along with the maintenance of these tools, to include calibration Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures Maintain timely and consistent attendance This position reports to the Quality Manager has no direct reports

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

A high awareness for safety at all times. High School diploma and 5+ years of work/educational experience or Associates Degree with 2+ years’ experience or Bachelor’s Degree 2 years’ experience in fabricated steel environment Ability to perform basic mathematic calculations, including conversion of fractions to decimals Ability to use basic measuring tools, such as tape measure, calipers, fillet weld gauges, and levels (digital and conventional) to ensure dimensional accuracy. Level II NDT certifications or be able to obtain Level II certification within agreed upon time by Valmont Ability to operate NDT testing equipment. Ability to work effectively with plant employees, supervisors, management and customers. Ability to prioritize work in order to complete deadlines. Must also be able to work through problem with the minimum amount of assistance from the lead person or supervisor. Ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time result without errors. A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

6 years experience in fabricated steel environment Associate Degree in NDT from an accredited school SNT-TC-1A NDT Level II in UT, VT, MT, and PT AWS CWI certification Competence in basic quality assurance disciplines including the use of dimensional inspection and gauging equipment Other AWS professional certifications Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional result

Working Environment and Physical Efforts

Work is typically performed in a manufacturing plant environment and the incumbent needs to be able to move about the office, shipping area and all areas of the plant which are producing product line for the company. There is a relatively constant exposure to somewhat disagreeable work conditions such as dust, dirt, heat, fumes, and cold as well as noise levels above 80 decibels. Work conditions vary throughout the week depending on the area of the plant assigned to work in. There will be visits to both indoor and outdoor locations during all seasons of the year. Many of the tasks are physical and the incumbent has to be able to lift up to 50 lbs. although the most frequent amount of weight lifted is 20 lbs. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The incumbent is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, feel, as well as balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Benefits

Benefits Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email [e-mail].

Valmont is here to modernize vital infrastructure and increase agricultural productivity, sustainably and reliably. We galvanize steel to last a century with minimal environmental impact. We modernize irrigation to feed a growing population by utilizing the latest technology. We harden the electrical grid to enable the delivery of reliable power to millions of homes around the world. And we help make communities everywhere safer, cleaner and more connected through our smart infrastructure technology. Valmont serves two primary markets — agriculture and infrastructure — and seven diverse product lines: Utility, Lighting and Transportation, Telecom, Solar, Coatings, Irrigation and Ag Tech. We manufacture products in 85 facilities spread across six continents, and we do business in 100 different countries. That’s what Valmont does. We conserve resources and improve life, finding ways to make innovation and technology beneficial in the real world. + That’s the value we add.