NDT Technician - FPI 3rd shift

NDT Technician - FPI 3rd shift

3401 Queen Palm Dr, Tampa, FL 33619, USA
Req #1480

Thursday, July 24, 2025

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leadings provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.

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Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!

Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.

• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee - regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, floating holidays, and parental leave-all eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

FPI processes product through degrease parts cleaning and processes parts through FPI processing line. Must be able to follow FPI general standard procedures. FPI grades the results of the FPI test to parts specific work instructions and separates the non-conforming parts and moves them to rework and moves the good product to next routed operations. Must pass eye exam and have 20/25 Snellen in at least one eye.

SUMMARY

Performs fluorescent penetrant processing of investment castings. FPI processes product through degrease parts cleaning and processes parts through FPI processing line. Must be able to follow FPI general standard procedures. FPI level 2 grades the results of the FPI test to parts specific work instructions and separates the non-conforming parts and moves them to rework and moves the good product to next routed operations. Must pass eye exam and have 20/25 Snellen in at least one eye.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assists in performing system performance checks.
• Selects work to be inspected per supervisor's instructions and loads parts into basket on conveyor.
• Checks technique book for process procedure to follow for specific parts.
• Degrease, clean, and thoroughly dry parts to the required degrease procedure.
• Checks to make sure previous paperwork has been completed and signed off and ensures that paperwork matches parts to be inspected.
• Dips parts basket into penetrant.
• Following dwell time, washes parts with water and emulsifier as per instructions on technique sheets.
• Lifts basket with hoist and moves down conveyor placing basket in dryer.
• Turns on dryer for period of time specified in technique sheets.
• Following drying cycle, place parts in the developer for the required technique time.
• Remove parts from developer, Tag parts with "time into the developer time tags" to monitor maximum allowed developer dwell per technique instructions.
• Post clean degrease parts after Level II interpretation has been completed.
• Places parts on rack and moves to next work station per instructions on routing sheet.
• Keeping up with 6 s cleaning and maintenance of the FPI equipment and processing lines.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent in life experience. 16 hours of formal classroom training to Chromalloy Castings GSP QD-001 FPI Level II Training Outlines or at least equivalent. 130 hours of documented OJT (Work Experience) in Penetrant testing.

CERTIFICATIONS

Must be certifiable to NAS 410 Level I PT.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move up to 100 pounds with the assistance of hoists or equipment designed for that purpose or with the assistance of other personnel as needed.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job are defined by NAS 410 and include close vision, the ability to distinguish between colors.
  
  
  
  • Must pass eye exam and have 20/25 Snellen in at least one eye.
  
  
  
  

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.

In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please contact: https://www.chromalloy.com/contact-us/

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