NDT Inspector
hace 18 horas
Grantham
Are you a qualified NDT Inspector with PT and MT certifications, looking for a hands-on role where you can ensure component integrity and support high-quality precision manufacturing? Our exclusive client NMB Minebea UK, part of a global manufacturing group with operations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, is renowned for precision engineering and the production of mission-critical components. This NDT Inspector role is based in Lincoln, working within the Quality Department. You will perform critical non-destructive testing using Dye Penetrant (PT) and Magnetic Particle (MT) methods to verify the integrity of manufactured components and welds, playing a key role in maintaining the highest quality standards on the shop floor. As the NDT Inspector, your responsibilities will include: • Performing Dye Penetrant (PT) and Magnetic Particle (MT) inspections on components and welds in accordance with approved procedures, • Setting up, calibrating, and operating NDT equipment using established techniques, • Interpreting test results, evaluating indications against acceptance criteria, and accurately classifying defects, • Preparing and maintaining NDT procedures, work instructions, and detailed inspection records, • Preparing test areas and ensuring compliance with specifications and quality standards, • Supporting production teams with workflow, line balancing, and basic process improvement activities, • Collecting and analysing production data and KPIs to drive continuous improvement, • Providing day-to-day practical support and guidance to operators on best practices, • Working closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to support quality assurance and new product introductions, • Observing and promoting safe working practices at all times, • Participating in waste reduction, cost saving, and efficiency improvement projects, • Ensuring full compliance with health & safety standards, quality requirements, and company procedures As the NDT Inspector you will bring: Essential • Current EN4179 and NAS410 qualifications in Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) and Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), • Proven experience performing PT and MT inspections in a manufacturing environment, • Strong attention to detail with the ability to interpret inspection results accurately, • Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with shop floor and cross-functional teams, • Competence in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and the ability to maintain accurate documentation, • Awareness of health & safety requirements in a production environment, • Willingness to learn and support lean manufacturing / continuous improvement principles Desirable • HNC/HND, degree, apprenticeship, or equivalent in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, • Experience with Time & Motion studies, cycle time analysis, or standard work development, • Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems or production reporting tools, • Background in high-volume or precision manufacturing, • Formal Lean or Six Sigma awareness/training, • Experience in project work or continuous improvement initiatives Shift Patterns (Overtime available when required) • A Shift (no premium): MonThu 06:0013:35 | Fri 06:0012:45, • B Shift (20% premium on Friday): MonThu 13:2521:05 | Fri 12:3519:00 Benefits • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Company pension (5% employer contribution), • Subsidised health care & personal accident plan, • Death in service scheme, • Uniform, bike to work scheme, employee suggestion scheme, • On-site canteen & parking, • Long service award & employee referral scheme This NDT Inspector position offers the opportunity to join a well-established, quality-focused manufacturing site where your technical expertise directly contributes to product integrity and operational excellence. Youll work alongside experienced teams in a supportive environment that values precision, safety, and continuous improvement. JBRP1_UKTJ