NDT Technician II - 3rd Shift

Hendrickson; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 31,684 - 39,950; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the United States seeks an NDT Technician II to perform advanced non-destructive testing and mentor junior technicians. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with technical specifications and conducting quality improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of NDT experience and proficiency with Liquid Penetrant Testing. A high school diploma and ability to interpret engineering drawings are required. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage between $23.00 and $29.00.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years of related NDT experience, meeting ASNT level II qualification requirements.
• Previous experience as NDT level 1 with advancement to level II responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to independently process parts and make decisions.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced non-destructive testing using manual and automated techniques.
• Mentor NDT I technicians and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Set-up, operate, calibrate, and perform Process Control Checks on NDT equipment.

Skills

Ability to read and comprehend instructions

Use of gauging equipment

Good communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Strong documentation accuracy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum 1-3 years of NDT experience

Tools

Liquid Penetrant Test equipment

Measuring tools

Job description

The NDT Technician II performs advanced non-destructive testing using manual and automated techniques - including Liquid Penetrant Testing (LPT) to detect discontinuities and verify product integrity. This role requires demonstrated proficiency with NDT methods, equipment setup, calibration, and interpretation of results. The Technician II is responsible for mentoring NDT I technicians, ensuring compliance with specifications, and supporting continuous quality improvement across the department.

Essential Functions

• Review routers, procedures, specifications, drawings and other instructions for completeness and instructions to perform operation
• Process part(s) in accordance with procedures and technical instructions for NDT testing.
• Set-up, operate, calibrate, and perform Process Control Checks on NDT (Liquid Penetrant Test) equipment by following established instructions and record results.
• Interpret, evaluate, and report evaluation results as required and outlined
• Fill out required logs and statistical data sheets as required.
• Clean equipment and ensures it is working properly, and clean and maintain work area as needed
• May perform other NDT as qualified for and as required.
• Maintain required job skills and knowledge of requirements (including procedures, specifications, etc.)
• Maintain work area, equipment, and all documents/records to be audit ready at all times
• Provide technical guidance to NDT Level I personnel; assist in their on-the-job training when required.

Education and Training

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1-3 years of related NDT experience, meeting ASNT level II qualification requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience as NDT level 1 with demonstrated advancement to level II responsibilities.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, blueprints, customer specs, industry standards.
• Proficient in the use of measuring tools and inspection equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to independently process parts, evaluate indications, and make accept/reject decisions.
• Strong documentation and data-entry accuracy.
• Working knowledge of lean methodology, quality assurance processes, and product testing requirements.
• Required level II certifications (or ability to certify):
• Plus any additional methods used within the company.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand for an 8 hour shift. Position requires frequent twisting, turning, reaching, bending, pulling and pushing. Position occasionally requires walking, climbing, stooping, and crouching. The employee must be able to handle up to 24-45# repeatedly throughout the 8 hour shift. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Working conditions include exposure to extreme temperatures (heat) and humid conditions, dirt, and noise.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow instructions;
• Ability to work under pressure and adhere to schedules;
• Ability to use gauging equipment and record results;
• Ability to work safely and keep area clean;
• Demonstrated ability to work well with all levels of the organization;
• Good verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills;
• Able to communicate clearly, concisely and achieve intended objectives;
• Ability to work assigned shift and remain awake and alert during assigned shift is required;
• Reporting to work for assigned shift, maintaining a physical presence and performing assigned work for the duration of assigned shift is required;
• Ability to work in a variety of environments which may include exposure to extreme heat, humidity, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, loud noise, and all weather conditions.

Rate: In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the hourly rate of pay for this position is $23.00-$29.00. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, education, qualifications, and other job-related criteria. This pay range is provided to ensure transparency and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

• Job Type: Full time
• For a full list of benefits please visit: anchorharvey.com/benefits

*This is not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice in management’s sole discretion. Anchor Harvey is an at-will employer, each employee is free to resign at any time, just as Anchor Harvey is free to terminate employment at any time without cause or notice.

Anchor Harvey is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.