Quality Assurance and Control Officer - NDT Inspections

Officer - Quality Assurance & Control

Responsibilities

On-Site NDT Inspections of Blade Components

• Conduct on-site NDT inspections of blade components, using techniques such as ultrasonic testing, thermography, and visual inspection.
• Identify internal defects like delamination's, voids, and cracks that could compromise the structural integrity of the blades.

Documentation of NDT Activities

• Maintain detailed records of all NDT inspections, including test settings, results, and defect observations.
• Ensure all records are accurate, complete, and available for review during quality audits and process evaluations.

Support for Corrective Actions

• Report findings to the QA engineering team and assist in implementing corrective actions, including rework or rejection of defective components.
• Conduct follow-up inspections to verify the effectiveness of corrective measures.

Compliance with NDT Standards

• Ensure all NDT activities comply with standards such as ISO 9712 and internal QA protocols for blade manufacturing.
• Participate in training sessions to stay updated on new NDT techniques and industry best practices.

Team Coordination and Feedback

• Work closely with other NDT inspectors and QA engineers to ensure consistent application of inspection techniques and standards.
• Provide feedback on NDT results to support continuous improvement of inspection processes.

Safety and Equipment Maintenance

• Adhere to all safety guidelines during NDT inspections, including the safe handling of equipment and materials.
• Ensure NDT equipment is properly maintained and calibrated according to standard operating procedures.

Collaboration with Production Teams

• Coordinate with production teams to schedule NDT inspections and minimize disruption to the manufacturing process.
• Provide insights on defect trends to production teams to support process improvements and defect prevention efforts.

Support Training and Skill Development

• Assist in training new inspectors on proper NDT techniques and equipment use, enhancing the team’s inspection capabilities.
• Engage in continuous learning to improve inspection skills and stay updated on NDT advancements.

Key Stakeholders - Internal:

• Engineer NDT (QA Blade)
• Lead - Incoming & NDT (QA Blade)
• Plant Head (QA) - Blade
• Head - Supplier Quality Mechanical (QA)
• Engineer - Incoming (QA Blade)
• Incoming Inspector (QA Blade)
• Moulding Inspector (QA Blade)
• Finishing Inspector (QA Blade)
• Blade Production
• Blade Process
• Blade Engineering

Key Stakeholders - External:

• External NDT service providers
• Third-party auditors

Qualifications

Educational Background:

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.

Work Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in NDT inspections within blade or composite manufacturing.

Industry Knowledge:

• Proficiency in NDT inspection techniques, defect identification, and adherence to NDT standards.