Ultrasonic Testing Supervisor

Turn Up Talent; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Fort Wayne is seeking a Mid-Senior level Ultrasonic Testing Supervisor. The role involves overseeing ultrasonic testing practices, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and training staff. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in a relevant field or at least 10 years of related experience. This full-time position focuses on quality assurance in a manufacturing environment. Excellent organizational and supervisory skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or 10 years of experience in the ultrasonic testing area.
• Proven experience in an operational supervisory role within quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ultrasonic testing practices ensuring compliance and safety.
• Operate and maintain testing equipment and train staff on new technologies.
• Maintain testing data and ensure proper documentation for equipment calibration.
• Perform internal audits and suggest continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train and supervise Ultrasonic Testing trainees.
• Interpret customer requirements and applicable standards (e.g., ASTM, AMS, ASME).
• Lead continuous improvement projects and audits of the management system.

Skills

Understanding of ultrasonic testing

Training and supervising skills

Compliance and safety regulations knowledge

Data documentation and analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials, Chemical or Physical Sciences

Minimum of 10 years of directly related experience

Tools

Ultrasonic testing equipment

Job description

Job Title: Ultrasonic Testing Supervisor

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Ultrasonic Testing Supervisor to oversee all aspects of ultrasonic testing within the organization. This role reports to the Quality Manager and ensures safe, accurate, and compliant testing practices across the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure safe operating practices and procedures are followed by all Ultrasonic Testing personnel.
• Operate and maintain all in-house ultrasonic inspection and ancillary equipment, coordinate and train operators for new or updated equipment.
• Maintain accurate testing data and ensure compliant calibration of all ultrasonic testing equipment, including proper documentation of calibration certificates.
• Ensure availability of suitable reference standards and testing supplies.
• Train and supervise Ultrasonic Testing trainees.
• Interpret customer requirements, quality standards, and applicable external specifications (e.g., ASTM, AMS, ASME).
• Formulate etchants and maintain Macro Etch baths and rinse tanks.
• Verify and train on analytical testing procedures.
• Perform internal audits and contribute to the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the management system, including procedures, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Evaluate and recommend continuous improvement projects, lead projects when appropriate.
• Ensure adherence to all safety procedures and regulations.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.
• Authorized to re-test in the event of nonconforming test values.

Deputies for this Position:

• Other Metallurgist, Laboratory Manager

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials, Chemical, or Physical Sciences, with relevant experience.
• Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 10 years of directly related experience.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Quality Assurance

Industries

• Manufacturing