NDT Level III​/RSO Compliance Manager

The ndt level iii/compliance manager is responsible for the oversight of ndt operations for which they are qualified and must be accomplished at interpreting and evaluating results in terms of existing codes, standards, and specifications. Capable of developing, qualifying, and approving procedures; establishing and approving techniques; interpreting codes, standards, specifications, and procedures; and designating the particular ndt methods, techniques and procedures to be utilized.

The ndt level iii/compliance manager will be accomplished at developing and providing ndt method specific training programs for established ndt technical personnel. The primary function of this position is to ensure the implementation, maintenance and on-going development of ndt personnel qualification and certification and nde technical programs. Secondary functions include, but are not limited to, serving as a mistras representative to asme, api, astm and other bodies as needed and being designated as a client's ndt level iii representative.
The ndt level iii/compliance manager will also coordinate activities required to implement and maintain the mistras quality assurance program. The ndt level iii/compliance manager provides quality training and utilizes quality and continuous improvement tools to assure the effectiveness of the quality assurance program by way of internal and external audits, customer feedback, corrective actions, etc. The candidate must be able to work as a team member in the continuous improvement of production processes and procedures, work with customers to define and document their requirements.
The ndt level iii/compliance manager will also serve as the radiation safety officer (rso) and is the lead technical expert on the radiation safety team. The rso function is responsible for assuring that all job sites and the facility use of radiation conform to the mistras radioactive material license, selected industry standards, and applicable government regulations. The rso function is responsible to assure that radiation exposures to personnel are as low as reasonably achievable.
Major responsibilities and activities:
Ndt level iii related duties

* hold current asnt level iii certifications in the method rt, other methods preferred.

* provide ndt level iii services in the form of certifying mistras employees who are eligible for ndt certification.

* recommend program improvements as needed.

* develop and maintain all specifications for ndt, including the development and maintenance of all ndt technical procedures, forms and supporting documentation.

* provide support for training initiatives relating to the areas which assigned, and other training as requested by supervision.

* maintain an awareness and understanding of all applicable regulations, codes, standards, and specifications, as well as company policies and procedures; complete any training necessary to support these activities and communicate these requirements to affected branch personnel as necessary.

* communicate with customers on technical and program issues.

* provide training, as necessary, to affected personnel, including customers, to obtain program compliance, process efficiency and effectiveness, cooperation, continued education, and morale.

* participate in other general administrative and technical activities such as cost reduction options, communications, safety, housekeeping, and employee training.

* have sufficient practical background in applicable materials, fabrication, and product technology to establish techniques and to assist in establishing acceptance criteria when none are otherwise available.
Quality assurance related duties

* manage the qualification and certification process for ndt personnel certification, including hard copy/electronic technician files and tcs.

* manage implementing, maintaining and enhancing the quality assurance program.

* manage the nonconforming/corrective action processes and perform data analysis.

* manage answering customer questions, providing records, record storage/retention, documenting of customer feedback.

* manage the approval of suppliers, procurement of quality items and services.

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