Element Materials Technology
NDT Ultra Sonic Shift Supervisor
Element Materials Technology, South Windsor, Connecticut, us, 06074
NDT Ultra Sonic Shift Supervisor
Job Locations: US-CT-South Windsor
The
Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Shift Supervisor
is responsible for the day-to-day execution of ultrasonic inspection operations during their assigned shift. This role provides direct supervision of all UT personnel on shift, including Level I, Level II, and trainee inspectors, ensuring production schedules are met while maintaining compliance with NAS-410, customer requirements, and Element quality standards. The UT Shift Supervisor plays a key role in driving safety, quality, delivery, and accountability at the shift level and serves as the primary point of communication to the IUT NDT Manager.
Salary: $43.26 - $50.00 /hr DOE
Responsibilities
Provide direct supervision and leadership for all UT personnel on shift, including Level I, Level II, and trainee inspectors
Organize, manage, and execute production schedules to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to customer commitments
Actively monitor workflow, priorities, and capacity to maintain schedule adherence and maximize efficiency
Ensure ultrasonic inspections are performed in accordance with NAS-410, customer specifications, and Element procedures
Drive accountability for quality, productivity, attendance, and performance across the shift
Identify and elevate capacity, equipment, or quality concerns that may impact delivery or compliance
Coordinate daily activities, job assignments, and work sequencing to support production goals
Support training, mentoring, and development of Level I, Level II, and trainee personnel
Ensure accurate completion of inspection documentation, records, and system entries
Promote and enforce Element's safety, quality, and operational standards at all times
Support audits, customer visits, and corrective action activities as required
Reporting & Communication
Provide regular shift-level reporting to the IUT NDT Manager, including production status and schedule adherence; quality performance and inspection issues; staffing levels and training needs; safety concerns and corrective actions
Escalate risks or deviations impacting quality, delivery, or compliance in a timely manner
Skills / Qualifications
Minimum NAS-410 Level II Ultrasonic Testing certification required
Strong working knowledge of ultrasonic testing methods and inspection requirements
Previous supervisory or lead experience in an NDT or manufacturing environment preferred
Experience supervising multiple skill levels, including trainees
Strong organizational and scheduling skills
Ability to interpret and execute production plans while maintaining quality compliance
Effective communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Experience
Experience in immersion ultrasonic testing environments
Aerospace, defense, or other regulated industry experience
Familiarity with Element Materials Technology systems and processes
Company Overview Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'. When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access. While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development. Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.
Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner". All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
"If you need an accommodation filling out an application, or applying to a job, please email Recruitment@element.com"
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The
Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Shift Supervisor
is responsible for the day-to-day execution of ultrasonic inspection operations during their assigned shift. This role provides direct supervision of all UT personnel on shift, including Level I, Level II, and trainee inspectors, ensuring production schedules are met while maintaining compliance with NAS-410, customer requirements, and Element quality standards. The UT Shift Supervisor plays a key role in driving safety, quality, delivery, and accountability at the shift level and serves as the primary point of communication to the IUT NDT Manager.
Salary: $43.26 - $50.00 /hr DOE
Responsibilities
Provide direct supervision and leadership for all UT personnel on shift, including Level I, Level II, and trainee inspectors
Organize, manage, and execute production schedules to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to customer commitments
Actively monitor workflow, priorities, and capacity to maintain schedule adherence and maximize efficiency
Ensure ultrasonic inspections are performed in accordance with NAS-410, customer specifications, and Element procedures
Drive accountability for quality, productivity, attendance, and performance across the shift
Identify and elevate capacity, equipment, or quality concerns that may impact delivery or compliance
Coordinate daily activities, job assignments, and work sequencing to support production goals
Support training, mentoring, and development of Level I, Level II, and trainee personnel
Ensure accurate completion of inspection documentation, records, and system entries
Promote and enforce Element's safety, quality, and operational standards at all times
Support audits, customer visits, and corrective action activities as required
Reporting & Communication
Provide regular shift-level reporting to the IUT NDT Manager, including production status and schedule adherence; quality performance and inspection issues; staffing levels and training needs; safety concerns and corrective actions
Escalate risks or deviations impacting quality, delivery, or compliance in a timely manner
Skills / Qualifications
Minimum NAS-410 Level II Ultrasonic Testing certification required
Strong working knowledge of ultrasonic testing methods and inspection requirements
Previous supervisory or lead experience in an NDT or manufacturing environment preferred
Experience supervising multiple skill levels, including trainees
Strong organizational and scheduling skills
Ability to interpret and execute production plans while maintaining quality compliance
Effective communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Experience
Experience in immersion ultrasonic testing environments
Aerospace, defense, or other regulated industry experience
Familiarity with Element Materials Technology systems and processes
Company Overview Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'. When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access. While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development. Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.
Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner". All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
"If you need an accommodation filling out an application, or applying to a job, please email Recruitment@element.com"
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