Veridiam · 3 days ago
Quality NDT Manager
El Cajon, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expVeridiam is a strategic manufacturing partner specializing in precision fabrication of components and assemblies made from exotic metals for critical applications in aerospace, defense, medical, nuclear, and space. The Quality NDT Manager will oversee non-destructive testing quality assurance operations, manage NDT personnel and processes, and ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
Manufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Kristin Freeman, SPHR, PHRca, CCP, CBP, SHRM-SCP
Responsibilities
Manage the NDT inspection process, technicians (Level I and II) and any subcontracted processes
Develop, maintain and enforce written practice for NDT qualification and certification (SND-TC-1A, NAS-410, as applicable) tailored to the exotic metal/high-performance alloy environment
Approve, oversee and update NDT methods and procedures (PT, MT, UT, RT, ET, etc.) for components ranging from small medical tubing to large structural aerospace and nuclear parts
Ensure NDT equipment is calibrated, maintained, qualified and tracked (i.e. ultra sonic flaw detectors, penetrant and mag particle equipment, radiography, etc.)
Ensure all NDT inspections meet internal quality management system requirements (i.e. ISO 9001, AS9100, NADCAP as relevant), customer specifications and industry standards (ASME, ASTM, API, etc.)
Validate and approve inspection results, generate and maintain final NDT reports, traceability records, audit trails and certification logs
Maintain complete, accurate and organized NDT records, certifications, calibration logs, training records and audit trails
Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, technical documents related to exotic metals and assemblies (in line with Veridiam’s markets: aerospace/space, nuclear, medical.)
Lead investigations of NDT non-conformances, root-cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions and ensure systemic improvements
Prepare metrics and management reports showing NDT performance, defect trends, inspection cycle times, cost of inspection, scrap/rework due to NDT failures, etc
Support cross-functional teams and groups including but not limited to engineering and production to ensure inspection requirements are integrated early and materials are inspected appropriately and any new manufacturing process changes trigger NDT review
Serve as the subject matter expert for NDT technologies within the high precision exotic metal manufacturing environment. Identify new inspection equipment, methods and capability for NDT growth
Participates in recruiting, hiring, and evaluating performance. Provide constructive feedback to employees
Provide skill development training on proper use of systems and equipment and policies and procedures
Recommend or initiate personnel actions such as hiring, transfers or disciplinary measures
Ensures team and employees work within the safety guidelines
Demonstrates ability to appear for work on time, follow directions from a supervisor, interact well with co-workers, understand and follow work rules and procedures, comply with company policies and procedures, goals and objectives, and accepts constructive feedback
Other duties as assigned, requested or needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field
Minimum seven (7) years' NDT experience covering multiple methods in a manufacturing or inspection environment or equivalent of education and experience
ASNT Level III (or equivalent) certification in at least one NDT method
Highly analytical and methodical, with strong root cause investigation and problem-solving abilities
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a team
Ability to prioritize and handle workflow
Read and comprehend verbal and written instructions
Working knowledge of NDT qualification standards and methods
Knowledge of and use of statistical control processes
Familiarity with auditing, supplier audits, NADCAP or other industry specific accreditations
Preferred
Multiple method certifications preferred
Company
Veridiam
Veridiam is a machinery company that provides tubular components and assemblies.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Brian Joyal
Chief Executive Officer
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