Quality Technician, PT
Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.
At Chromalox, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world’s most challenging industrial heating applications.
Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we got our start with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry.
We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs.
Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!
The Role:
Under the supervision of the Sr. Manager of quality, inspects and documents welded equipment, parts and assemblies from receiving through the assembly process up to and including final inspection.
Your Responsibilities:
- Performs a wide variety of nondestructive inspections in the production/assembly/source process through final assembly inspection.
- Provide oversight and in-process inspection of welding and weld inspection processes.
- Coordinates audits and monitors contracted non-destructive evaluation/test processes and personnel.
- Performing radiographic film review to the requirements of ASME Section III, IV, V, VIII, IX.
- Maintain documentation of compliance with applicable ASME codes and regulations.
- Perform positive material inspection analysis utilizing radiation producing equipment.
- Interacts with assembly supervisory staff, purchasing staff, suppliers and customers.
- Performs daily visual/process audits in manufacturing areas to assure jobs are receiving required tests/inspections in a timely manner.
- Performs critical inspection procedures requiring special set-ups of new or unique equipment and interpretation of test data from a variety of sources.
- Maintains welder continuity log and assures compliance with ASME and DOD standards.
- Performs routine preventative maintenance on machines as scheduled and required for TPM.
- Works individually and as a team to develop and implement quality and efficiency improvements.
- Conducts tests and inspections of products, or processes to evaluate quality or performance; examines products or work to verify conformance to specifications.
- May be required to cross train and demonstrate competency on all essential job functions of the department working at different work stations as production needs require.
- Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships; training and teaching others.
- Maintenance of a clean and orderly work area free of excess materials.
- Support of company, department, and/or safety policies, procedures, programs and activities.
PT Level 2 Job Duties
Requirements:
- Associate degree in Welding Technology or related technical field or combination of education and experience with two or more years as a Certified Weld Inspector in a manufacturing environment with pressure vessel, piping, pump, fluid transfer, and heat transfer.
- AWS Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) Certification. Knowledge of a wide variety of nondestructive and dimensional inspection methods and equipment; ASME, PED, ATEX, NEC, NACE, ANSI, and TEMA code experience and familiarity with manufacturing processes such as heavy equipment mfg., welding technology, materials technology, manufacturing methods technology.
- Dye Penetrant (PT) Level II or III Certification required: Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) and Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Level II or III desired
- Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets and database software and mechanical workmanship standards.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, proportions and decimals. Ability and understanding of various measuring devices in meeting drawing dimensions and specifications.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, work orders, work instructions, diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Good verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
- Work requires continual attention to detail in follow through, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
At Chromalox, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment.
Chromalox is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.
