NDT Trainee

Mistras Group, Inc.-Shop; Cudahy (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MISTRAS is seeking an NDT trainee in Cudahy, CA to assist Level II/III technicians with designated NDT method activities while gaining hands-on experience.

You will help with setup, maintenance, documentation, and reports; learn safety and quality procedures, review work orders, and support inventory and packing tasks as needed.

This entry-level role requires a high school diploma and a proactive, reliable work ethic, with the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Self-starter with strong work ethic.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of tasks and respond to short notice.
• Communicate and work well with supervisors and co-workers.
• Follow precise directions and procedures.
• Adapt to schedule changes; overtime possible.
• Able to work in a high-pace environment to meet customer needs.
• Basic computer skills: word processing, data entry, simple spreadsheets.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Must pass an eye exam for vision and color test.

Responsibilities

• Assist Level II/III with set-up as directed and required.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Assist with documentation and reports of services provided.
• Complete assigned process to meet schedule and customer needs.
• Learn and abide by company policies and procedures.
• Review work orders to ensure processing meets specifications.
• Monitor NDT inventory and submit requisitions to team lead.
• Ensure quality system requirements are followed.

Skills

Self-motivation

Strong work ethic

Communication skills

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Category: Inspection and NDT services

Requisition Number: EMPLO006666

• Posted : September 2, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Cudahy
Cudahy, CA 90201, USA

Description

The NDT trainee will assist the Level II/ Level III Technician with the designated NDT method activities while gaining experience and knowledge.

Responsibilities:

• Assist Level II/III with set-up as directed and required.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Assist with proper documentation and reports of services provided.
• Complete assigned process in a timely manner to ensure compliance with schedule and customer needs.
• Learn and abide by company policies and procedures.
• Ability to review work order instruction provided by NDT Level III to ensure processing is complete within the requirements of the specification.
• To monitor NDT inventory needed for day-to-day operations and to submit requisitions in a timely matter to the team lead for ordering.
• To complete work in accordance with all controlled documents and work instructions effecting the quality of work and processes in accordance with Mistras quality system requirements.
• Compliance with flow-down requirements and planning as required.
• To participate in all quality systems, safety, process, and quality training as directed.
• unpack incoming product and help pack finished product.
• prep and wash parts for NDT Level II inspector(s).
• May only operate daily production needs under the direct supervision of a Level II or higher.
• Provide the required notification to appropriate safety management personnel in the event of an incident, and to provide assistance as needed.
• Performs additional tasks or processes where qualified and as directed by management.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, and with strong work ethic.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of tasks and respond to short notice work
• Must be able to communicate and work well with supervisors, and co-workers.
• Proven ability to follow precise directions and procedures
• Ability to adapt to a schedule change as required per work-flow (overtime or schedule change may be required).
• Be capable of working in a high-pace environment to meet our customer needs.
• Basic computer skills (word processing, data entry, and simple spreadsheets)
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Must pass an eye exam for both (vision & color test).

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS:

• Working in plant and/or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levels.
• Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry 20-50 pounds.
• Ability to work with water with changing temperatures conditions.
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits employee to communicate effectively.

Hourly Range: $18-$22/hr

MISTRAS strives to provide a positive work environment that values excellence in safety and quality, free from discrimination and harassment. Every MISTRAS employee plays a part in our Company’s success and making this a great place to work. We are committed to a work place where all employees are free to raise issues, concerns and questions for the improvement of our operations and work environment. Safety is the overriding priority in everything we do; all duties critical to safety, quality, and environmental protection are carried out in compliance with all requirements and with personal accountability.

Note to Applicants:

Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of the Company unless designated smoking areas have been established by a particular location in accordance with applicable state and local law.

Note to Rhode Island Applicants: The company is subject to Chapters 29-38 of Title 28 of the General Laws of Rhode Island, and is therefore covered by the states worker's compensation law.

Initial ( if applicable) Massachusetts Applicants: I understand that it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Initial ( if applicable): Maryland Applicants: I UNDERSTAND THAT UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYMENT OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, THAT ANY INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT TO OR TAKE A POLYGRAPH OR SIMILAR TEST. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT EXCEEDING $100.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled:

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, or protected veteran status and
will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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