NDT Department Supervisor

Description

The NDT Department Supervisor plans, coordinates, and supervises all non‑destructive testing activities to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and customer specifications. This role oversees a team of NDT technicians, manages equipment maintenance and calibration, handles documentation, and drives continuous improvement in quality and safety performance.

• Supervise and coordinate daily NDT personnel activities, assign work, monitor progress, and provide technical mentorship.
• Conduct performance evaluations and identify training needs for NDT technicians.
• Ensure inspections comply with ASNT, ISO, ASTM, API, ASME codes and customer requirements; review and approve reports, procedures, and certifications.
• Maintain regulatory and safety compliance; oversee calibration and certification of NDT equipment.
• Develop department schedules, manage manpower planning, allocate resources, and coordinate NDT tasks with production and quality control.
• Support project planning and assist in audit preparation, presenting performance reports and leading corrective actions.
• Promote a strong safety culture, enforce radiation and environmental regulations, conduct safety briefings, and ensure proper PPE use.
• Identify and implement process improvements to boost efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance test reliability.
• Commit to safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Hold a high school diploma and ASNT Level II/III certification (or equivalent) in at least one NDT method, plus radiation safety certification if applicable.
• Possess valid certifications per ASME, API, ISO 9712, or other relevant codes.
• Bring 5+ years of NDT operations experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory or lead role with workflow management.
• Demonstrate hands‑on expertise with multiple NDT methods and thorough knowledge of industry codes and standards.
• Exhibit strong project/workflow management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in interpreting technical drawings, standards, specifications, and using NDT software and data management systems.
• Work in an office and shop‑floor environment with possible exposure to radiation, chemicals, high noise; may require shift work, weekends, and travel to field or client sites.

Benefits

Salary ranges from $70,000 to $90,000 per year, dependent on experience.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance