Radiologic Evaluator LPC LMA 895

A Radiologic Evaluator LPC LMA 895 at Precision Castparts in Portland, Oregon interprets all film and electronically acquired radiographs of castings using computer applications to determine compliance with customer specifications and PCC standards. The evaluator decides if parts are acceptable or require repair, marks and routes parts for necessary repairs, and signs final reports approving castings sent to customers.

Responsibilities

• Preparation: review specifications and radiographs prior to evaluation; review technique cards and paperwork to part specifications; sort radiographs by view for each part; check radiographs for image sensitivity and accuracy; ensure proper image file management.

• Interpretation: visually evaluate radiographic indications to identify casting or welding discontinuities; interpret discontinuities to determine cause and whether they meet customer specifications; interpret surface and subsurface discontinuities per customer specifications; evaluate parts with repeat problem areas and consult with engineering as appropriate.

• Repair and documentation: mark problem areas on parts needing repair; may request additional radiographs; route for repair on rework routing cards; may decide on or recommend necessary repairs; sign and stamp reports for acceptance; review weld maps to ensure all welds have been radiographed; perform calculations from drawings or blueprints to determine acceptability.

• Other duties: may handle hazardous waste and follow PPE regulations; meet production and quality standards; accurately record and document work; provide training and direction to less experienced personnel; perform functions of radiographers, darkroom operators, and other department personnel as assigned; safely operate equipment and tools; comply with safety requirements and maintain a clean, safe work environment; participate in required training, safety and health evaluations; maintain regular and predictable attendance; perform required overtime as directed; perform other tasks as directed.

• Equipment and tools: operate and utilize film viewers, light meters, radiographic reference plates, measuring tools (pin gauges, vernier calipers, spring calipers), pallet jacks, hoists, optical comparators, densitometers, computers, image capture and processing tools, image plates, digital panels, image archive devices, and related hardware and software for radiographic work.

• Training and Qualifications

• Training is provided on the job and in classroom sessions. Complete Radiographer - Level 2 course and digital methods training modules; obtain Radiographer - Level 2 Certification and digital method certification; recertify Level 2 every three years; hazardous waste training may be required.

• Qualifications include advanced radiography skills demonstrated by at least 1 year of competent performance as Radiographer A and Level 1 Certification, or an equivalent combination of training and related radiographic experience.

• Proven productivity and a satisfactory quality rating with no more than six unexcused absences in the past 12 months.

• Intermediate computer skills (mouse, keyboard, Windows OS) and ability to navigate systems; ability to understand and communicate computer issues to MIS; willingness to learn new electronic technology.

• Ability to read, interpret, and follow Specifications in Technique Cards, Quality Control Manuals, and other technical materials; ability to use pixel value measurements, region-of-interest analysis, statistical process checks, and mid-level mathematical calculations to verify image quality.

• Effective verbal and written communication; ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints at a radiographer interpreter level; ability to work independently with limited supervision; physical ability to perform essential job functions; daily equipment setup and quality checks as required by QCM; regular attendance and overtime as directed.