NDT Inspector Level 2

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We are working with a key client who are part of the global $7.2 billion publicly listed Corporation. They are a class leading supplier and highly trusted brand within the aerospace industry, manufacturing precision gear splined and threaded components for key clients including Rolls Royce, Eaton, Collins Aerospace, Safran Power Systems, Meggitt and many more. We are now recruiting very experienced NDT Inspector to join this business.

Key Skills required of the NDT Inspector:

  • Must have over 4 years hands on working experience as an NDT Inspector Level 2 Qualiffied

  • Must have experience in an engineering/manufacturing role, ideally within aerospace or a related industry

  • Proven skills within an NDT environment and the ability to provide documented evidence of previous experience.

  • Relevant NDT certification (EN4179)

  • Three years’ progressive experience as an NDT technician

  • Attention to detail, accuracy and process improvement techniques

  • Competence in the application of specified NDT techniques applicable to magnetic particle and liquid penetrant inspection.

  • The role requires the candidate to be self-certified and a quality stamp holder after the qualifying period.

  • Thorough knowledge and ability to read engineering drawings.

    Responsibilities

  • Conducting NDT testing and inspection utilising both Magnetic Particle and Liquid Penetrant methods, interpreting results, and generating reports on findings.

  • Identifying defects and interpreting test results.

  • Completing test reports and presenting findings.

  • Participating in Nadcap and customer audits.

  • Carrying out all control checks and recording the information.

  • Arranging calibration of NDT equipment.

  • Operating within Nadcap prime specifications.

  • Adapting Lean principles in line with Regal Rexnord principles and adhering to all relevant quality standards.

    The successful NDT Inspector will be rewarded with an excellent basic salary, free on site benefits and other benefits.

    Hours: 39.5 hours a week Monday to Friday (some overtime available) and overtime payable at x1.5 hourly rate (days)

    Please send your CV to Zabina @ Quest Technical Ltd for Immediate consideration

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