Webco Industries

NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) Technician

LocationOil City, PA
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

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GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The NDT Tech supports OCTD’s non-destructive testing program. This position performs a variety of troubleshooting and problem solving tasks as well as auditing of process and testing techniques. The NDT Tech has responsibility for the maintenance and repair of the UT (ultrasound) and EC (Eddy Current) equipment and will help with the training (new hire, refresher, testing) of all operators.

The NDT Technician takes a leadership role within all work centers assigned. They are often considered highly versed in UT and Eddy Current production processes and procedures, as well as the requirements of our customers and ASTM standards. The NDT Technician is responsible for ensuring that all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Work Instructions (WI’s) are followed, and that in-process and final tubing produced complies with all customer requirements, specifications, and ASTM standards.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to Quality Inspection Supervisor.


SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None.


TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Requires full range of body motion to include: constant lifting, kneeling, pushing, climbing, stooping, squatting, reaching out, around & overhead.
During the majority of the 8-hour work shift, the NDT Technician may be required to bend and twist slightly forward at the waist to manually roll, push, and pull approximately 50-100 tubes weighing 25 – 250 lbs. each onto a processing table. The NDT Technician will use a manual micrometer (measuring instrument) to verify Outside Diameter (OD), Inside Diameter (ID) of tubing, and wall thickness dimensions to customer requirements. When using a micrometer, the NDT Technician will use fingers to constantly manipulate the barrel of the micrometer with some wrist motion of twisting and turning. NDT Technician also performs a visual inspection of each tube for defects.
During an 8-hour shift, the NDT Technician may spend a large percent of his or her time on the production floor. This would require the Tech to be on his or her feet constantly while wearing steel-toed work shoes. The NDT Technician will walk an average of 1.0-1.5 miles and/or constantly stand on metal platform or concrete floors. The ability to maintain one's balance while performing the required work tasks is essential.
Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Requires frequent unassisted lifting of a variety of objects from various positions, which range in weight from 5 to 50 pounds with an average weight of 5-36 pounds.
The physical demands of an NDT Technician will increase when required to fill-in, assist, and or train new personnel by performing a Sr. Inspector’s job.
This job is fast paced and the ability to deal with multiple tasks and stress is essential. Some stress may be related to the NDT Tech’s job requirements of reporting to management of any non-conforming tubing or improper processing or failure to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Work Instructions (WI’s) by production operators. Additionally, the NDT Technician position is considered an advanced job within our company. The NDT Technician functions as a leader (leading by example) within all work centers he or she is assigned to work in. The NDT Technician must conduct himself (herself) in a professional, mature, responsible manner at all times.


TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

The NDT Technician will regularly divide his/her time between an indoor office environment at our Oil City and Reno locations and the manufacturing areas of these facilities.
The office environment is typically temperature controlled and clean, with normal air contaminants, such as dust, typically found in an office environment.
The indoor, manufacturing environment has regular exposure to loud and prolonged noise. Noise exposure is constant, which includes the noise of machinery and overhead cranes. Noise exposure also includes frequent and extremely loud clanging sounds caused from metal tubing banging against each other during processing.
Employees are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to include noise/hearing protection, safety glasses with side shields and steel toed work shoes.
Employees work 8-hour shifts experiencing regular exposure to hot temperatures of 95 F to 110 F in the summer due to the combination of the actual outside temperature and heat from the processes inside the facility.
Employees are also exposed to cold temperatures, which is dependent on the actual outside temperature.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES : A typical day consists of the following tasks.

NDT Technician is required to be proficient in the use of a variety of measuring instruments, including Micrometers, Bore Gauges, Calipers, and Tape Measures in order to take dimensional measurements such as Outside Diameter (OD), Inside Diameter (ID), wall thickness and lengths of tubing to ensure that all product meets the customer’s requirements.
NDT Technician has the responsibility for training, monitoring and ensuring non-destructive testing is being completed while the tubing is being processed at the assigned work centers. The NDT Technician is also responsible for reporting to management any non-conforming tubing or improper processing or failure to follow SOP’s and WI’s by production operators.
NDT Technician must use the computer located in his or her work center to access tubing processing specifics, customer requirements, prior production processing information, tagging requirements, and other quality assurance comments. As the tubing processes through their assigned work centers, the NDT Technician will be asked to trouble shoot any problems with quality on trial or regular orders. They will be asked to work with a representative from the Engineering Department in support teams.
Since the NDT Technician performs part of their job responsibility in the production work area, they are required to regularly communicate with the Production Floor Operators, and the SBM’s regarding customer requirements, processing issues, and problems with tubing being produced.
Set-up of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) testing equipment. NDT equipment utilized
by NDT Technician includes: Eddy Current and Ultra Sonic testers. In order to perform testing on the NDT testing equipment, the NDT Technician must lift an 8-10 foot test piece of tubing with an average weight of 10-40 pounds. NDT Technician is also required to assist in customer claim investigations, which means performing additional quality inspections on customer tubing. This includes visual inspection of defects, special testing (both non-destructive and destructive), and measuring in order to determine or verify customer related problems or concerns. NDT Technician will document results and submit to the Quality Director.
Performs other duties as assigned.


PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge, skills and abilities: Ability to deal with stress and get along with co-workers and supervisors. Ability to read and speak English is preferred. Mathematical skills equivalent to high school level required. Math skills must include the ability to do decimals, fractions, and averages. Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers. Proficient in the use of a variety of measuring instruments, including micrometers, bore gauges, calipers, and tape measures. Regular attendance at work, required training and meeting(s) is an essential job function. Must have leadership skills, high level of personal integrity and willingness to indicate when policies and procedures are not followed or not followed properly.

Must have excellent organization and planning skills and the ability to think ahead and plan.
Working knowledge of ISO and QS 9000.
Skillful troubleshooter with analytical mind and strong technical and mechanical aptitude.

Education: High school education or equivalent is preferred. College degree in technical areas (electronics, engineering, and or science-related fields) is preferred.

Experience: Previous manufacturing experience in inspection, production, and trouble shooting techniques.

Equipment: After training, must be able to set up, operate, maintain and repair NDT equipment including Eddy Current and Ultra Sonic equipment. Also, must be able to operate and read measuring instruments (micrometers, bore gauges, calipers, and tape measures).

HOURS: While NDT Technician may be asked to work a variety of shifts, the primary shift will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The NDT Technician will work with Quality Supervisor to ensure the needs of the 24-hour per day production operation are met.

BENEFITS (full time only): Vacation, holidays, uniforms, major medical, hospitalization, dental insurance, short term disability insurance, long term disability insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, cancer insurance, 401(k), pre-tax reimbursement accounts, mail order pharmacy.

NOTE: MEETING THE PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ESSENTIAL DUTIES, PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING HOURS ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR ALL QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIANS (NDT TECHNICIAN).


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