Sr. NDT Supervisor

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We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Quality Assurance department. This position specifically islocated in Norfolk, Virginia. We are looking for a Sr. NDT Supervisor. The hours are M-F 0600-1445.

Shift: ALL

Security Clearance:No Clearance

1. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PURPOSE

Provide management support to the NDT Level III, and the QA Manager, managing the NDT Programs to support Military, ABS, AWS, and ASME requirements. Assist the NDT Level III in administering and managing the qualification program of all NDT processes and NDT inspectors. Provide NDT SME support to both production and programs within the company. Directly supervises 3-6 NDT inspectors in the scheduling, execution, and documenting of NDT inspections supporting Waterfront operations. Within defined objectives, but with considerable latitude, performs in a professional position requiring in-depth knowledge.

1. POSITION DEMANDS (Education/Training)

Typically has a BA/BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Science or a related academic field or AA/AS plus 2 years directly related experience or High School graduate and 8-10 years related experience.

Certified Level II NDT Inspector. (Level III preferred)

POSITION DEMANDS (Required Experience)

1. 5-8 years demonstrated NDT experience. Preferred certification in all of the following areas: (VT, PT, MT, and UT)
2. Strong working knowledge NDT requirement manuals and NAVSEA Standard Items.
3. Knowledgeable of safety practices as they pertain to welding, cutting, and joining processes.
4. Basic knowledge of the welding metallurgy for ferrous and nonferrous materials.
5. Practical knowledge of how the different welding processes and pre- and post-welding heat treating processes affect the metallurgy of ferrous and nonferrous materials. This knowledge shall also include an understanding of oxidation-reduction reactions.
6. Knowledgeable of ship structural designs of welding and NDT requirements.
7. Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret blue prints for structural, welding and NDT requirements.
8. Knowledgeable of arc welding, resistance welding, brazing, and soldering.
9. Knowledgeable of oxyfuel gas cutting, and arc cutting.
10. Knowledgeable of welding and brazing qualification requirements.
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12. Understand quality assurance systems and be able to participate in the implementation of quality assurance programs.
13. Knowledgeable in all aspects of quality control. Understand procedure and welder performance qualification, including destructive and nondestructive testing. Capable of performing visual inspection of welds and specifying the appropriate nondestructive examination (NDT) methods for a particular weldment.
14. Basic understanding of the advantages and limitations of NDT.
15. Strong knowledge of the qualification requirements of NDT personnel.
16. Knowledge of manufacturing systems, including material control, production scheduling, and quality assurance.
17. Proven strong problem solving ability with attention to root cause.
18. Good verbal and written communication skills.
19. Excellent Analytical and organizational skills.
20. Good Computer skills using Microsoft products such as (Word, Excel and Power Point)

1. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Visual Requirements: Must be able to pass a Standard Jaegers Test chart for near vision acuity reading J1 letters or equivalent with or without corrective aids and pass a color vision test using Ishiharas Tests for Color Deficiency.

1. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to the NDT Level III. Supervises assigned welders and NDT personnel during their qualification process. Schedules own activities as required to maintain responsibilities. Maintains contact with customers (NSSA, ABS, USCG, etc.) Maintains internal contact with QA Supervisor, NDT Inspectors, Contracts office, Sub-contracts, Engineering, Planning, Production Foremans, Supervisors and Trade personnel. Works closely with the welding/brazing production shops to address welding, brazing process issues.

1. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Support the Responsible for planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling work staff members engaged in similar work.
2. Provide training support to production shops for welding and NDT principles.
3. Recommends Human Resources actions to include hiring, firing, transfers, promotions, and compensation increases.
4. Develop and / or update NDT Procedures, Qualification Exams and Practical Training Exams.
5. Provide support to the Level III NDT inspector in developing and/or modifying welding procedures.
6. Assist in Administers Qualification Exams and Training for NDT personnel as required by Mil-Std-271.
7. Maintains NDT Inspector Qualifications.
8. Evaluates the skills and knowledge of potential new hires and temporary workers for NDT Inspectors, Welders / Brazers.
9. Conducts Audits on NDT and Welding / Brazing personnel.
10. Responsible for the inter-VSRA transfers of welder / brazer qualification records.
11. Develop and submits Process Control Procedures (PCP) when it is required by the work specification.
12. Review drawings and work specifications.
13. Determine welding or brazing requirements for work items to meet customer requirements.
14. Determine NDT requirements for work items to meet customer requirements.
15. Review NDT reports and P-1 packages for completeness and accuracy.
16. Responsible for providing advice and guidance about work performed, and training others on the how-to aspects of work.
17. Other Duties as assigned.

1. ACCOUNTABILITY

Inaccurate decisions, errors in work and information may put the fiscal position of the organization at risk and damage Companys reputation.

1. UNIQUE/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Meet the requirements to obtain a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDs) Badge and requirements for access to U.S. Navy/ U.S. Coast Guard bases and Shipyard Controlled Industrial Areas. Secret Clearance (preferred).

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