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This position reports to the Quality Supervisor. The NDT Inspector - Associate will evaluate the assembly of fabricated materials by dimensional checks, visual inspection of welds and conduct nondestructive testing by ultrasonic, mag particle, and liquid penetrant processes, with knowledge working under a fully certified Level II Inspector. Responsible for coordination of the Quality area to meet production goals. Completes daily paperwork. Demonstrates a commitment to quality, productivity, safety and environmental policies. Responsible for communication within the work group ensuring teamwork and a productive work environment. Working with the production supervisor to maintain workflow of the area and report issues to the supervisor. Evaluate examination results and determine if material meets contract specifications. Responsible for generating and maintaining NDT reports and records for company and contractors.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for testing and evaluation, with absolute integrity, of products to ensure conformance to company and customer specifications
• Makes decision in the area of codes (includes AWS D1.1) and specifications under the guidance of a NDT Inspector - Intermediate.

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Working Environment and Physical Efforts:

Work is typically performed in a manufacturing plant environment and the incumbent needs to be able to move about the office, shipping area and all areas of the plant which are producing product line for the company. There is a relatively constant exposure to somewhat disagreeable work conditions such as dust, dirt, heat, fumes, and cold as well as noise levels above 80 decibels. Work conditions vary throughout the week depending on the area of the plant assigned to work in. There will be visits to both indoor and outdoor locations during all seasons of the year.

Many of the tasks are physical and the incumbent has to be able to lift up to 50 lbs. although the most frequent amount of weight lifted is 20 lbs. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The incumbent is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, feel, as well as balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.