Inspection Technician I

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The purpose of the Inspection Technician I is to perform scheduled inspections on process equipment according to industry codes and practices and provide inspection data to the lead inspectors for review.

Accountabilities of the job: 

Accountability 1: Meet all SHE objectives and comply with all governmental laws and policies for a manufacturing site.

Most important activities:

• Visibly supports and promotes the INEOS 20 Principles and the Culture of Prevention.
• All activities performed in accordance with established company, local, state, federal, and health safety, and environmental regulations and procedures.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are planned and executed in compliance with site environmental compliance requirements.
• Safety improvements on all pre-existing processes.
• Is aware of and responds to emergency protocols during shutdowns and startups.

Accountability 2: Maintaining mechanical integrity of assets through inspection

Most important activities:

• Performing external NDE required by the preventative maintenance inspection plan for equipment on site
• Completing NDT on repairs of fixed equipment at the site
• Collection of UT data on piping circuits and vessels
• Interface and support nested maintenance contractor for piping and pressure vessel repairs with PT, MT, and VT
• Reviewing film from RT of completed weld repairs
• Supporting the work of external NDT contractors including Eddy Current, AUT, PAUT, and Radiography Testing
• Support site turnaround by performing NDT on repairs and supporting API inspections
• Positive Material Identification of alloy parts and materials delivered to the site
• Adherence to API, ASME, ANSI, and industry practices.
• Working knowledge of industry standards and emerging trends.
• Maintain asset condition per INEOS Asset Care guidelines.

Required profile:

Level of Education & Knowledge:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the chemical industry with background of NDE inspection of Vessels, Tanks, and piping
• ANST Level II certifications in VT, PT, UT, MT, and RT
• Knowledge of applicable RAGAGEPs including API, ASME, and ASTM codes and practices
• PMI (Positive Material Identification) certification

Experience & Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of applicable RAGAGEPs including API, ASME, and ASTM codes and practices
• Working knowledge cathodic protection preactices and standards
• Proficient at updating inspection software with data
• Excellent writing skills
• Competent with microsoft excel and word

Competencies & Behavioral Skills

• Attention to detail, problem solving skills, and the ability to use various inspection tools and equipment.
• Thorough understanding of quality control processes.  
• Ability to operate in an environment with strict timelines, frequent priority changes in a matrixed, project-based organization.