Senior NDT Quality Leader - Ultrasonic & NPI

Carpenter Technology Corporation; Tanner (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s Tanner, AL facility seeks an NDT Quality Specialist IV to lead advanced nondestructive testing programs and quality initiatives across multiple processes. The role emphasizes proactive quality improvements, data-driven decision making, and mentorship of NDT personnel.

Responsibilities include establishing CTQ/KPC/KCC, conducting audits, and guiding NDT method enhancements while ensuring compliance with company policies and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• ASNT Level 3 Certification in ultrasonic inspection.
• Must obtain Carpenter Level 3 Certification within 6 months of hire date.
• 6+ years of experience as an NDT Level 3.
• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Interpret internal/external business issues and recommend best practices in own function.

Responsibilities

• Direct the proactive improvement of NDT and other processes and product quality to increase first time through.
• Establish CTQ, Key Process Characteristics (KPC), Key Control Characteristics (KCC), control plans and FMEA.
• Mentor NDT Level 1, 2, and 3s in quality strategies, tools, and techniques.
• Identify quality issues to reduce claims, remakes, scrap, and deviations from standard work.
• Drive improvement of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through project teams.
• Lead the development of robust processes during new product introductions (NPI).
• Develop and oversee training materials for NDT personnel on quality strategies and tools.
• Manage calibration and preventative maintenance for production NDT equipment.
• Oversee the qualification program for nondestructive testing personnel and procedures.
• Lead internal and external audits of the quality program related to NDT.

Skills

NDT expertise

Leadership

Six Sigma

Lean principles

Education

ASNT Level 3 Certification

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s Tanner, AL facility seeks an NDT Quality Specialist IV to lead advanced nondestructive testing programs and quality initiatives across multiple processes. The role emphasizes proactive quality improvements, data-driven decision making, and mentorship of NDT personnel.

Responsibilities include establishing CTQ/KPC/KCC, conducting audits, and guiding NDT method enhancements while ensuring compliance with company policies and customer requirements.