Responsible Level 3 NDT (Aerospace Industry) - CPP- Minneapolis

As a Responsible Level 3, you are responsible for the training, approval, and certification of the responsible level I, II and III’s within the company. You will develop, qualify, and approve procedures, techniques, interpreting codes, standards, specifications, and procedures, as well as designate the NDT methods, techniques, and procedures to be used. You must be capable of interpreting and evaluating results in terms of existing codes, standards and specifications and have sufficient practical background in applicable materials, fabrication, and product technology to establish techniques. Responsibilities include the authority to delegate this responsibility to the appropriate quality department personnel and will supersede and finalize product acceptance decisions. You will be the only person authorized by the company to act as a spokesperson for the NDT/NDI related matters.
Who are we?
This is a great opportunity to join a growth-oriented company within the aerospace industry that has been in business for over 100 years! We specialize in manufacturing aluminum and magnesium products for commercial, regional, corporate and military aircraft and engines.
What will you do?

• Responsible for the training program, examination, certification, and approval of the Level I, II and III’s within the NDT department (responsibility includes ensuring all NDT personnel meet near vision and color perception requirements).
• Must be certified in accordance with NAS410 as a Level III in one or more of the NDT methods (film and/or digital x-ray).
• Must provide proof of near vision and color perception acceptance records that meet CPP requirements.
• Candidates for radiographic inspection certification shall comply with regulatory agency requirements for ionizing radiation safety per CPP’s radiation safety procedure(s).
• Conduct annual performance reviews with customer certified level III’s and internal SCA’s across all OEMs as required.
• Prepare and conduct NADCAP audits associated with Etch, FPI, X-Ray.
• The responsible level III shall obtain all customer required certifications and maintain them in accordance with customer specifications.
• Conduct weekly and monthly NDT (X-Ray, Digital, FPI) departmental and personnel audits in accordance with PGI-10-01, PGI-10-02 and PGI-10-07 to ensure compliance of the NDT quality system.
• Must obtain thorough knowledge of written instructions, procedures, codes, specifications, and standards used by CPP Minneapolis.
• Given the accountability for identifying and assuring implementation of customer NDT requirements (NDT procedure development and approval and technique development/review and approval).
• Create quality plans for product qualification (FMEA) for NDT departments and validate production processes.
• Ability to communicate weekly to customers via email and phone conferences.
• Attendance at daily stand up, RCCA, scrap and continuous improvement meetings.
• Review and implement specifications as directed by customers and the government
• Approve product/process changes via Engineering Change Requests, or Customer Engineering Change Requests

What do you need to be successful?

• Bachelor’s or associates degree in NDT, Engineering or directly related field required.
• 7+ years’ experience in directly related field (level III or responsible level III).
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  Certifications/Licenses:
  
  • Certified in NAS410 as a Level III in one or more of the NDT methods (film x-ray, digital x-ray, FPI) (required).
  • Ability to pass NEAR VISION – Snellen 20/25 at 16” +/- 1” or Jaeger No. 1 at not less than 12” with one eye, either natural or corrected (required).
  • Ability to pass COLOR PERCEPTION – The Ishihara Color Vision Test is used to distinguish and differentiate between colors used in the method for which certification is sought (required).
  • Attention to detail, ability to communicate at all levels of the organization, working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), ability to work with others through complex situations
  
  

What do we have to offer?

• Salary based on years of experience and educational background
• 5% quarterly bonus potential
• Positive and collaborative work environment
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training
• Educational Assistance
• 401K with match
• PTO
• 9 paid holidays

Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) is an industry-leading manufacturer of highly engineered components and sub-assemblies, supplying the commercial aerospace, military and industrial markets with small-to-large “function critical” products. CPP provides its customers with a “total solution” source, taking them from concept to finished product with one of the broadest and most diverse product offerings in the industry. More information about our company can be found at: />Sponsorship is not available for this role. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent and consistent basis without company sponsorship now and in the future.
This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
CPP Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires, trains, and promotes employees in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or other legally protected status.

This is a management position
This is a full time position