Description

This position requires reading over x rays all day to ensure there are no casting defects. This position will require a person to understand both film and DR techniques specific to our customers. Wellman provides training specific to our techniques and customers. Our casting are Aluminum and Magnesium, so having an understanding of these alloys is helpful when identifying defects in the casting. This position is responsible to approve the casting to the next step in the process. 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:  High School diploma or equivalency preferred

EXPERIENCE:  On the job training provided, Previous manufacturing or foundry experience preferred, Previous metal casting Xray experience preferred, State Radiation Safety Certification preferred, Pervious metal casting NAS-410 Level 2 Reader Certification preferred

- Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Male/Female/Veteran/Disabled

- National Career Readiness Certification preferred

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  

Will require candidate to have good vision/sight (must meet industry standards), depth perception, hearing, and hand-eye coordination, and dexterity. Reading, writing, above average math aptitude is necessary. Will be required to work independently at times and with a team at times, so person should be a good communicator, team-oriented, problem-solver, and self-motivated. Will be required to follow written work instructions. Required to multitask and meet production goals and deadlines.  This person should have great attention to detail. Will be required to lift 50lbs on a regular basis. Will need to grip, push, and pull with 80lb strength on a regular basis and generate 15lbs of pinch strength on occasion. Will be required to pass a pre-employment physical. Will be required to perform elevated work on an occasional basis. Some tasks require repetitive activities and the ability to sit in low light room for up to 8 hours per day. Will be required to follow all safety rules and wear all required personal protective equipment. Will be required to work any shift. Will be required to be cross trained within the department classifications. will be required to pass (70% or above) a preliminary aptitude test.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Must have a minimum of 3000 hours of on-the-job training specific to Wellman, if experience from previous employment, Wellman will determine if it meets the requirements specific to Wellman and its customer specifications.
Must complete formal training certification of a Level 1 Shooter and an additional 40 hours of training per the requirement of a Level 2 Reader.
Must be able to pass a general, specific, and practical exam within determined time frame allotted for newly hired employee and recertify every five years during employment.
Will be required to pass an annual eye exam demonstrating no color discrimination or acceptable acuity.
Will be required to obtain and maintain a State Radiation Safety card and maintain all level 1 shooter certification as well as all level 2 required certifications.
Will be required to read film to identify defects on castings and mark them for acceptance or rejection. 
Will be required to work independently but have good communication between multiple departments, shooters, and engineering. 
Will be required to follow and identify different parts and customer requirement through reading work instructions and communication.
Will be required to use gauges and identify the correct techniques were used by the shooter and communicate any discrepancies to the supervisor and shooter. 
Will be required to identify and discuss techniques used by the shooter and assist with correcting discrepancies. 
Will be required to identify serial numbers and shooter identification on film to ensure the correct film is for the correct casting produced. 
Will be required to read and record results of inspection with the work instruction and direction of the Responsible Level 3. 
Will be required to recognize poor quality of the film and take necessary step to correct. 
Will be required to have a through understanding of the scope and limitation of the radiographic method. 
Will be required to keep accurate records determined by the standards set forth by the company and customer