NDT Technician

Ncsavesenergy; Wigston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking an NDT Technician for an entry-level role in South Leicester. The position involves inspecting aerospace and industrial components to strict specifications, ensuring quality and conformance. Candidates should have a level 1 / 2 FPI qualification and proven NDT experience. The job offers 37 hours per week, overtime, and a permanent, immediate start.

Benefits

26 days floating holidays + 7 statutory days

Overtime available

Competitive shift allowance

Qualifications

• Must hold a level 1 / 2 FPI qualification.
• Proven NDT experience ideally on aerospace products.
• Solid understanding of engineering drawings.
• Ability to operate conventional and CMM inspection equipment.
• Experience of inspecting to tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Complete various inspections on aerospace components.
• Ensure strict adherence to procedures and specifications.
• Sign off batch cards and validate components.
• Raise any conformance issues as required.
• Maintain required accreditation.

Skills

Fluorescent penetrant inspection

Visual inspection

Dimensional inspection

Engineering drawings understanding

Use of conventional inspection equipment

CMM machine operation

Inspection techniques knowledge

Experience in precision engineering

Ability to work under pressure

Self-management

Education

Level 1 / 2 FPI qualification

Tools

CMM machines

Conventional inspection equipment

Job description

Overview

NDT Technician required in South Leicester. 3 x shifts (no weekends), days whilst training. Permanent, immediate start available. 37 hours per week £18.04 per hour inc shift allowance, + Bonus, overtime available.

We are a growing manufacturer of components for the aerospace and power generation industries, with over 20 years of history. We offer a professional working environment and future prospects.

Responsibilities

• To complete fluorescent penetrant inspection, visual inspection, and dimensional inspection on aerospace and industrial components in line with strict procedures and specifications.
• Process work in line with requirements.
• Inspect work, ensuring that strict conformance is met.
• Sign off batch cards detailing components are in line with specification and meet customer requirements.
• Raise any conformance issues and any relevant paperwork in line with company procedure.
• To maintain FPI level 1 / 2 accreditation as required.
• First off inspections; receipt inspection (validation of parts returning from subcontract locations); complete conventional and CMM inspection work as an independent over check for parts.
• Understand engineering drawings for the purpose of inspection; complete visual inspection of parts during the inspection process; undertake airflow inspection tasks as required.
• Consistently achieving all area targets as determined by the Cell Manager.
• Adherence to all company policies and procedures, including SOX, Code of Conduct and Health and Safety.

Qualifications

• Hold a level 1 / 2 FPI qualification
• Proven NDT experience ideally gained on aerospace products
• A solid understanding of engineering drawings and method specifications
• Ability to use conventional inspection equipment
• Ability to use CMM machines
• A sound understanding of inspection techniques (on a variety of products) and proven engineering experience
• Experience of inspecting to tight tolerances in a precision engineering environment
• Experience of working in a fast-paced manufacturing company, with demanding targets
• Ability to produce quality work whilst working under pressure
• Able to work with little or no supervision

Hours

37 hours per week in a 3 shift pattern (morning, afternoon and night rotation)

Morning: 05:45 – 13:45 (Mon–Thu); 05:45 – 10:45 (Fri)

Afternoon: 13:45 – 21:45 (Mon–Thu); 10:45 – 15:45 (Fri)

Night: 21:45 – 05:45 (Mon–Thu); 15:45 – 20:45 (Fri)

Holidays

26 days floating + 7 statutory days

Overtime

Overtime available and paid in line with agreed rates

Please note: This company cannot support sponsorship at this time. Applicants must have proof of Right to Work in the UK

Employment details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Manufacturing
• Industries: Manufacturing