PRODUCTION - Xray Operator

Responsibilities

• Must be able to read and interpret Product Criteria (PC) and Activity Instructions (AI).
• Must be able to function as a member of a team and work under general supervision.
• Must be able to work and function in a fast‑paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of computers.
• Must maintain expected quality levels.
• Product verification.
• Documentation verification.
• Ensure NDT processes for product criteria are met.
• Monitor X‑Ray equipment and all related functions.
• Prioritize and coordinate product workflow through NDT processes.
• Ensure product and documentation matches.
• Check process documentation for proper technique.
• Process product per technique.
• Setup product to be x‑rayed per technique.
• Perform X‑Ray and tear down.
• Develop and package film to be read.
• Monitor equipment operation during process.
• Monitor film processing.
• Restock film in darkroom.
• Refill developer and fixer tanks.
• Clean film processor as required.
• Fill cassettes with clean film.
• Cut film into special sizes.
• Organize film at film table.
• Repair torn cassettes.
• Maintain cleanliness of work environment.
• Interface with Level II for technical guidance pertaining to manufacturing for NDT issues.
• Assist Level II in training Level I candidates.
• Perform material handling.
• Expectations are for Level I’s to reach Level II status.
• Undertake various duties under Corporate NDT Manual and/or NDT Level III/Area Leaders direction.
• Perform other work‑related duties as assigned.
• Employees are expected to work overtime as needed.

• High School diploma or GED equivalency is required.
• WORKKEYS Tests are REQUIRED. Applicants must pass Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Documents tests with a Level 4 or higher on all tests.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position entails access to export‑controlled items. Employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant’s ability to lawfully obtain such access.

• Able to demonstrate 2 years of full‑time continuous work experience with the same employer or 6 months of manufacturing experience.

• Safety awareness.
• Working knowledge of specific technical NDT application.
• Ability to read and understand Activity Instructions in accordance with standard procedures.
• Team‑oriented attitude.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Average communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Occasional bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling when retrieving and moving various items.
• Lifting intermittently of various items; assistance may be provided for weights exceeding 35 lb.
• Good manual dexterity to operate computer equipment and precision measuring instruments.
• Position may require more than eight hours daily and more than five days weekly to complete work assignments.
• Sitting in chairs (swivel, padded, and adjustable).
• Squatting / crouching when retrieving stored items from lower shelves and file cabinets, making equipment/product inspections, etc.
• Standing intermittently.
• Visual monitoring of computer screens.
• Visual inspection and review of products for compliance with specifications. Visual viewing of processing equipment, precision measuring instruments, prints, reports, manuals, procedures and an assortment of printed items.
• Visual requirements: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Clean work areas and maintain a clean work environment; perform 5S cleaning activities as required.

• Various NDT inspection tools (x‑ray).
• Computer.
• Optical inspection aids / tool / equipment.

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