Senior NDT Quality Inspector

Trinity Industries; Saginaw, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Industries, Inc. is hiring a Senior NDT Quality Inspector for our Saginaw, TX plant. You will set up and standardize NDT equipment, interpret results to applicable codes, and train Level I personnel in NDT procedures.

The role requires knowledge of UT shear wave testing, railcar qualification, and coatings, with safety as a priority. Minimum 4 years in a manufacturing/railcar environment and a high school diploma are required; Ultrasonic Testing Level II certification is preferred, with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 4 years of railcar/industrial experience preferred.
• Knowledge of industry tests and test equipment.
• Experience in quality control/assurance in manufacturing preferred.
• Current Ultrasonic Testing Level II certification; PT/VT/RVI certifications are a plus.
• Ability to read drawings and work from schematics.

Responsibilities

• Set up and standardize NDT equipment and interpret results per codes and specifications.
• Instruct employees on NDT procedures and training materials.
• Provide on-the-job NDT training and guidance to Level I personnel.
• Inspect railcar qualifications, repairs, and coatings to FRA/AAR/customer standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair NDT equipment; use basic hand tools and gauges.

Skills

NDT inspections

Quality control

Railcar maintenance knowledge

Technical reading of drawings

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ultrasonic testing equipment

Gauges & hand tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - Senior NDT Quality Inspector (2600861)

Job Description

Senior NDT Quality Inspector - ( 2600861 )

Description

Trinity Industries, Inc. is hiring a Senior NDT Quality Inspector at our Saginaw, TX plant.

Our products are an integral part of the supply chain that helps fuel our lives and our economy. Over the last 85 years, Trinity Industries has grown to over 6,000 employees strong with the common purpose of Delivering Goods, For the Good of All.

The Senior Quality Inspector position is a great opportunity for a resilient, team-minded individual who does not stray away from a challenge.

As a member of the Maintenance/Repair Services team at Trinity, you’ll non-destructively test preventive maintenance, structural, and mechanical repairs. You'll follow appropriate procedures and diagnostic inspection for determining and approving work orders.

What you’ll do:

• Should have sufficient technical knowledge and skills to be qualified to set up and standardize NDT equipment and to interpret and evaluate results with respect to applicable codes, standards, and specifications.
• Ability to instruct employees on proper railcar maintenance activities using established NDT procedures and training materials
• Ability to perform on-the-job NDT training and provide guidance of trainees and NDT Level I personnel
• Have a strong knowledge of UT Shear wave inspection of welds to ASME and AWS CODE
• Assist in the completion of all tasks to meet deadlines
• Inspect railcar qualification requirements, railcar repair, valve repair, and paint/coating tasks to ensure compliance with FRA, AAR, Company and customer requirements, standards, and procedures.
• Have knowledge and understanding of welding and welding inspection
• Perform complex troubleshooting and repair of NDT Equipment
• Utilize basic hand tools
• Accurately measure to specifications
• Basic mechanical aptitude to read drawings and ability to use railroad gauges, testing techniques and test equipment.
• Work from blueprints or other specifications/schematics
• Ability to comprehend and quickly learn complex procedures, standards and regulations.
• Follow all safety rules and practices
• May be involved in safety committees or initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Ability to communicate technical information
• Enter tank cars via a manway opening approximately 20 inches in diameter.

What you’ll need:

• Minimum requirement is a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous railroad repair experience is preferred but not required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience
• Knowledge of industry specific tests and test equipment
• Previous experience in quality control/assurance in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Working knowledge of computers, operating systems and Microsoft Office software (i.e., Word, Excel).
• Current Ultrasonic Testing Level II Certification and any NDT certifications as follows are a plus:
  • Liquid Penetrant Test Method (PT)
  • Visual Test Method (VT)
  • Remote Visual Test Method (RVI)
• Individuals should possess documented classroom training hours and experience hours for the NDT method employed
• Ability to obtain NDT Level II certifications in accordance with Trinity Rail's written practice.

Please include any certifications, training or relevant experience and complete details of your work history on your application; need to list at least last two employers in application, if applicable.

Why Join Trinity?

Trinity Industries offers a comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees are offered Trinity’s standard company benefits package, which includes paidtime off, paid holidays, 401(k) with match, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance and medical, dental, and vision coverage.

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