NDT Technician

Sulzer; La Porte (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 15 days

401k 6% match

Health plan

HSA matching

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

Sulzer is seeking a Production Worker / Technician to assemble, test, and inspect products, ensuring quality and safety standards. The role supports manufacturing by identifying defects and following established procedures under close supervision.

Shift is Swing; duties include calibrations, reporting non-conformities, operating precision measuring instruments, and using overhead cranes or forklifts. SNT-TC-1A Level II certification for MT/PT/UT/VT is required; overtime may be necessary to meet

Qualifications

• Meets certification requirements of a SNT-TC-1A Level II Technician for MT, PT, UT, VT.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Observe safety policies and ISO procedures.
• Perform calibrations, tests, and evaluations for acceptance decisions.
• Interpret results per applicable codes, standards, and specs.
• Report non-conformities to Production Supervisor or Lead Man.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts as required.
• Trains and guides Level I and Trainee staff.
• Maintain LEAN objectives within the department.
• Follow dress code and maintain professional appearance.

Skills

NDT Level II

Precision measurement

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Shift coordination

Tools

Overhead crane

Forklift

Job description

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

About the role

Job Summary

The Production Worker / Technician is responsible for assembling, testing, and inspecting products to ensure they meet quality and safety standards. This role supports the manufacturing process by identifying defects, maintaining equipment, and following production protocols. This job profile is intended for support staff that follows established procedures and works under close supervision. Smaller/easier decisions are made autonomously.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Observe Company Safety Policy and Procedures; follow and support all STS Safety Policies and ISO Procedures
• Perform calibrations, tests, and evaluations for determining the acceptance or rejection of tested items in accordance with specific written instructions as issued by your supervisor
• Be familiar with the scope and limitations of each method, for which the individual is certified
• Ability to comprehend written work instructions
• Interprets and evaluates results with respect to applicable codes, standards, and specifications
• Organize and report NDT testing results effectively
• Trains and guides Level I and/or Trainee assigned by immediate Supervisor
• Competence to sign off on Level I reports for acceptance
• Reports all non-conformities to Production Supervisor or Lead Man
• Understands all Inspection Procedures and Work Instructions
• Will work as NDT Supervisors designee, when necessary
• Communicates with other Technicians by informing them as to the status of jobs during shift change
• Must be able to use precision measuring instruments
• Knowledge and understanding of turbo machinery repair
• Meets certification requirements of a SNT-TC-1A Level II Technician for essentials methods (MT, PT, UT, VT)
• Perform Technician Level II task as required
• Ability to use and operate overhead cranes and forklifts
• Must be able and willing to work overtime when necessary
• Assists with maintaining LEAN objectives within the department
• Must follow the STS dress code and always maintain a professional appearance
• Proactively engage and support company initiatives designed to promote a culture of safe working, environmental protection, and continual improvement.
• Comply with the requirements of risk assessments and safety procedures.
• Use PPE as identified in risk assessments or other related safety documents.
• Do not undertake activities that have not been risk assessed, or where an assessment is not available or understood.
• Report any instances of spillage, uncontrolled exposure, or other related safety issues to their line manager.
• Ensure the correct use of waste segregation facilities and the efficient use of natural resources and raw materials.

SHIFT: Swing

Working hours will be determined by workload and shift coverage needs. Typically, Day Shift starts at 5:00AM and ends between 1:30PM and 5:00PM; Night Shift will start at 3:00PM and 5:00PM and will end between 12:00AM and 5:0AM.

The above is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

What we offer you

• 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
• 401k plan with a 6% match
• Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
• Health savings account matching
• Motivating wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Gym reimbursement

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.