NDT Process Lead

Company Description

Based in Congleton, Cheshire, Senior Bird Bellows was established in 1975 as a family run operation serving the petro-chemical and gas industries. Since then, we have evolved to become one of the industry leaders in the design, development and manufacture of pressure duct systems, flexible joints and insulation for highly regulated industries. We have established customers in aerospace (both civil and military), as well as in the nuclear, oil and gas, chemical and pharmaceutical sectors.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced NDT Process Lead to support and develop our NDT team with capability, overseeing X-Ray and Dye Penetrant operations within a highly regulated manufacturing environment. Holding a minimum Level 2 qualification in both Dye Penetrant Testing and Radiographic Testing.

This role is ideally suited to a quality-focused and technically competent professional who thrives in a highly regulated environment and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of compliance and operational excellence. You will play a key role in ensuring NDT activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with customer, regulatory, NADCAP and industry requirements. The position is responsible for driving continuous improvement across NDT processes and capabilities, maintaining robust standards and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe, effective and compliant operation of all NDT activities in line with business, customer and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with the contracted external Level III and obtain approvals as required.
• Maintain, review and improve NDT processes, standards and specifications, identifying and implementing new capabilities to meet business and customer needs.
• Develop and maintain NDT competence through training, qualification, induction and ongoing development of personnel.
• Ensure adequate skilled resource levels, capacity and cross-functional capability to support business requirements.
• Maintain customer, regulatory, NADCAP and NDT Merit approvals through internal and external audits, ensuring ongoing compliance with applicable standards and requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across NDT processes, personnel and departmental performance, working collaboratively with relevant departments.
• Support the MRB process, ensuring timely management of actions and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Lead recruitment and people management activities, embedding accountability, collaboration and company values through effective performance management.
• Promote effective communication and employee engagement through regular departmental meetings and stakeholder interaction.