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We are currently seeking candidates to fill the role of an Entry Level Dimensional Inspector at our facility in Mount Vernon, Indiana!

What we do

Situated on a 100-acre site, our facility has 600,000 square feet of shop area and a 1,000-ton lift capacity from the shop to the river. The Mount Vernon facility is equipped with large CNC machine tools along with sophisticated welding and heat-treating equipment to produce components for naval nuclear reactors, which are used in submarines and aircraft carriers.

What you'll do

• Performs all work safely, working within established procedures and uses a questioning attitude to prevent and stop unsafe work conditions.

• Will set up and perform any/all types of in-process and final inspections on any/all products and component parts.

• Inspects, accepts or rejects all products and components, fabricated or in process.

• Inspects the machine setups, surveys work piece, makes necessary corrections and ,approves the same when required.

• Interprets manufacturing prints, sketches and printed material descriptions of any complexity.

• Inspects for tolerance, finish size, proper assembly, code drawing and customer specifications; approving or rejecting the same.

• Makes sketches, fills out inspection forms (Rapid Response Plan), and advises supervisor as to reason for acceptance or rejection of part.

• Uses any and all types of precision measuring instruments including measurement standards, gauges, air gauging equipment, optical comparators, concentricity gauges, granite surface plates, computerized inspection equipment, coordinate measuring machine, vision system, bore scopes and CRT’s.

• Performs resistance testing as required.

• Performs UT and magnet induction testing for thickness as required.

• Stencils and identifies as required.

• Makes and checks layouts.

• Verifies the completeness of shop and inspection operations and nondestructive tests when required.

• Receives instruction from leader, salaried personnel or employee being assisted.

• Complies with all safety and plant rules, regulations and practices.

• Maintains necessary records.

• Hooks up and moves material, equipment and products to and from work area and building by hand or uses material handling equipment, including floor operated cranes.

• Works from prints, code specification booklets, sketches, process sheets, layout templates, written and verbal instructions, etc.

• Keeps own work area, machinery and equipment clean and orderly. Detects and reports faulty operations and defective material.

• Reports print errors and/or errors in written and verbal instructions.

What we need from you

• High School diploma/GED

• Demonstrated ability to perform mathematical calculations for the validation/verification of dimensional relationships.

• 0-1 years of experience reading and interpreting complex manufacturing prints and detailed work instructions.

• 0-1 years of experience performing visual inspections using a variety of inspection tools, including mics, calipers, thread gages, indicators, optical comparators, and other specialty inspection tools.

• Must possess skills necessary to maintain accurate documentation of inspection data.

• Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications in established timeframes. This includes the successful completion of all visual/dimensional written and operational examinations, as well as personal vision screenings.

• U.S. citizenship with no dual citizenship is required.

• Ability to work any shift, including nights and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of demonstrated history performing the following tasks OR a two-year technical certification with at least two years of demonstrated history.

• Prior experience working in a close-tolerance manufacturing/fabrication environment.

• Prior experience in dimensional inspection, large machining, or similar roles.

• Understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5).

• CWI credentials and/or current VT certification IAW SNT-TC-1A.

Benefits to working here

In addition to rewarding work, the Dimensional Inspector will receive market-leading wages; paid time off and paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options; parental leave; and service-based retirement contributions with additional 401k match.

Why work in Mt. Vernon, IN

• Small community feel conveniently located next to larger cities, including Evansville

• Offers a short drive to major attractions and metropolitan areas

• Beautiful city lying next to the Ohio River

• Year-round events on Mount Vernon Riverfront

• Low cost of living, thriving local commerce, A-rated educational system

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The base salary range for this position in [[stateProvince]] at the start of employment is expected to be between $[[custsalaryMin]] and $[[custsalaryMax]] per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.

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