Radiographic Technician Level 1 Shooter in Creston, Iowa at Wellman Dynamics Division

Wellman Dynamics is a leading magnesium and aluminum sand casting foundry specializing in large, dimensionally complex components for aerospace and defense applications, including rotary-wing, aeroengine, and munitions platforms. The company is a portfolio company of J.F. Lehman & Company, a leading aerospace and defense focused private equity firm and is investing in the expansion of its Engineering function to strengthen technical depth, tighten process control, and prepare the business for automation and advanced manufacturing investments.

• Operate X-ray equipment safely and in accordance with state radiation regulations and company procedures.
• Position castings and X-ray equipment to achieve required exposure angles and geometry.
• Calculate angles and positioning requirements for complex castings geometries.
• Expose film or digital sensors according to customer-approved techniques and exposure parameters.
• Process, sort, identify, and maintain radiographic film or digital inspection records.
• Verify casting identification and radiographic film or digital inspection records.
• Verify casting identification and radiographic details to ensure proper technique execution.
• Record exposure times, angles, equipment settings, film identifiers, and other required technical information.
• Calibrate and verify that X-ray equipment is operating within specifications.
• Communicate effectively with processors, readers, supervisors, engineering, and other departments.
• Obtain and maintain 40 hours of formal training in accordance with company and state requirements.
• Troubleshoot technique or equipment issues and communicate concerns promptly.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous X-ray, radiographic inspection, foundry, or manufacturing experience preferred; on-the-job training is provided.
• Ability to read and follow technical specifications, customer requirements, work instructions, and radiographic techniques.
• Ability to understand three-dimensional geometry and calculate angles and positioning requirements.
• Strong mathematical and technical aptitude.
• Ability to operate X-ray equipment and handle radiographic film or digital sensors safely.
• Strong attention to detail when documenting exposure parameters, equipment settings, casting identification, and film information.
• Ability to understand and follow radiation-safety procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Good visual acuity, color discrimination, and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with processors, readers, supervisors, and engineering.
• Ability to pass an aptitude test with a minimum score of 80 percent.
• Ability to stand up for eight hours, perform repetitive fine-motor tasks, and lift up 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform occasional elevated work and pass a pre-employment physical.
• Ability to obtain and maintain State Radiation Safety Certification.

• State Radiation Safety Certification.
• National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC).
• Previous experience with radiographic inspection, X-ray equipment, film processing, or nondestructive testing.
• Previous experience in aerospace, defense, foundry, or other quality-controlled manufacturing environment.
• familiarity with casing defects, radiographic techniques, exposure charts, and customer specific inspection requirements.
• Demonstrated willingness to complete required training and pursue advancement to RT Level 2 Reader or another NDT specialty.

• Safe and accurate operation of X-ray equipment in accordance with company procedures and radiation-safety requirements.
• Consistent positioning of castings and equipment to achieve required exposure geometry and image quality.
• Accurate calculation and application of exposure angles, times, and equipment settings.
• Complete and accurate documentation of casting identification, exposure parameters, film identifiers, and inspection records.
• Reliable processing, sorting, identification, and control of radiographic film or digital images.
• Timely communication of technique issues, equipment concerns, and inspection information to processors, readers, supervisors, and engineering.
• Successful completion of required formal training and maintenance of State Radiation Safety Certification.
• Consistent adherence to customer specifications, work instructions, quality requirements, and radiation-safety procedures.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, technical aptitude, spatial reasoning, reliability, and commitment to continued learning.