QAQC Technician-NDT VT Level II Inspector

FST Technical Services

Vacaville, CAJob$35–55/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation

$35–55/hr

Location

Vacaville, CA

Work Authorization

US work authorization required

Requirements

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ASNT NDT VT Level II Inspector

Job overview

FST Technical Services is hiring a QAQC Technician-NDT VT Level II Inspector. FST Technical Services is seeking an experienced NDT VT Level II Inspector to join a new QAQC team for a pharmaceutical facility build in Vacaville, CA. This role involves performing Visual Testing inspections on high-purity process piping, clean utilities, pressure systems, and structural components, ensuring compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality requirements. The position offers excellent pay, strong benefits, and a healthy travel/per diem package for traveling resources.

Key focus areas include Perform VT Level II inspections on high-purity stainless steel piping, clean utilities, pressure vessels, tanks, skids, and supports, Verify weld profiles, surface finish, alignment, fit-up, and workmanship, and Ensure compliance with project specifications.

Successful candidates bring ASNT NDT VT Level II Certification and 3+ Years Pharmaceutical Experience. Important skills include Visual Testing Inspections, Verify Weld Profiles, Surface Finish Verification, Alignment Verification, Fit-up Verification, and Workmanship Verification. Preferred (not required): Inspecting High-purity Stainless Steel Welds, FDA 21 CFR Part 210/211, EU GMP Annex 1, and ISPE Baseline Guides.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Visual Testing InspectionsVerify Weld ProfilesSurface Finish VerificationAlignment VerificationFit-Up VerificationWorkmanship VerificationProject Specifications ComplianceGMP-Compliant Inspection DocumentationAccurate DocumentationComplete DocumentationAudit-Ready DocumentationSystem WalkdownsPunch List ResolutionAuditsIdentify DefectsAdhere to GMPSite Quality Systems AdherenceInspecting High-Purity Stainless Steel WeldsFDA 21 CFR Part 210/211EU GMP Annex 1ISPE Baseline Guides

Qualifications

ASNT NDT VT Level II InspectorASMEAWSGMP3-5+ Years Experience in Pharmaceutical or Biotech FacilitiesPT CertificationMT CertificationUT Certification

Full job description

NDT VT LEVEL II INSPECTOR: FST Technical Services was founded in 1984 to serve the needs of the growing, worldwide Semiconductor/Microelectronics (https://fsttechnical.com/markets/semiconductors/) and Life Sciences (https://fsttechnical.com/markets/life-sciences/) industries. We began as an independent interface between our clients and their subcontractors to establish build clean installation methods that satisfied internal specifications and conformed to regulatory requirements.

We are growing a new QAQC team for a project based in Vacaville, CA at an exciting pharmaceutical facility build! We are seeking immediate support from experienced NDT VT Level II Inspectors with a history of working a pharmaceutical, semiconductor, data center, or other high-tech facilities.

This opportunity that with excellent pay, strong benefits and a healthy travel/per diem package for travelling resources. Project location is Vacaville, California. QAQC Technician/NDT VT Level II Inspector Job Summary The QAQC Technician and/or ASNT NDT VT Level II Inspector supports pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturing facilities by performing Visual Testing (VT) inspections in accordance with ASME, AWS, GMP, and client-specific quality standards. The role focuses on high-purity process piping, clean utilities, pressure systems, and structural components to ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality requirements. Inspection & Testing (Pharma-Specific) - Perform VT Level II inspections on high-purity stainless steel piping (316L), clean utilities (WFI, PW, Clean Steam), pressure vessels, tanks, skids, and supports.

Verify weld profiles, surface finish, alignment, fit-up, and workmanship.
Ensure compliance with project specifications. Documentation, GMP & Validation Support - Complete GMP-compliant inspection documentation including ITRs, weld logs, and NCRs.
Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and audit-ready.
Participate in system walkdowns, punch list resolution, and audits. Quality & Regulatory Compliance - Identify defects impacting product quality, cleanability, sterility, or system integrity.
Adhere strictly to GMP and site quality systems. Preferred Qualifications - ASNT NDT VT Level II certification from current or previous employer.
3–5+ years experience in pharmaceutical or biotech facilities.
Experience inspecting high-purity stainless steel welds.
Additional NDT certifications (PT, MT, UT).
Familiarity with FDA 21 CFR Part 210/211, EU GMP Annex 1, ISPE Baseline Guides. Work Environment On-site role at pharmaceutical or biotech facilities. May include extended hours, weekends, or travel.

All parties authorized to permanently work in the USA are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time. No third-party candidates considered for this position.

If you are looking for a professional, challenging and stimulating environment and meet the above criteria, APPLY NOW!!!

Hourly pay rate range: $35/HR to $55/HR - based on experience

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