Blasting, Calibration, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Contract Analysis, Contract Requirements, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Documentation Plan, Driver's License, Industrial Coating, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Process Control Engineering, Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Schedule Development, Surveying, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, United States Coast Guard (USCG), United States Navy (USN)
Quality Assurance Inspector – Coatings & Testing
Position Summary
Responsible for developing, scheduling, and tracking tests and inspections; inspecting in-process and final craft work; and ensuring documentation aligns with test and inspection plans per Quality Department standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and administer test/inspection plans per quality and contract requirements (e.g., NAVSEA, USCG, classification societies).
- Coordinate with supervision, crafts, and regulatory agencies.
- Ensure all inspections meet contract specs before final regulatory sign-off.
- Monitor workmanship for compliance with applicable standards and shipbuilding practices.
- Ensure calibration of gauges/instruments.
- Report deficiencies via IDRs, QDRs, and NCS per QMS.
- Support development of test memos and process control procedures.
- Train supervisors and test directors on inspection requirements.
- Verify subcontractor qualifications and QA submittals.
- Review external QA requirements to ensure compliance without exceeding contract scope.
- Ensure blasting and coating activities meet regulatory, code, and manufacturer standards.
- Confirm employee certifications and competency for assigned tasks.
- Perform random material compliance checks.
Qualifications
Required Experience:
- 2+ years of marine coatings inspection experience
Required Certifications:
- NACE or SSPC Coatings Inspector (Level 1+ preferred)
- NBPI Certification (for US Navy projects)
- Valid Driver’s License
Required Skills:
- Proficient with SSPC/NACE standards and marine inspection tools
- Strong knowledge of ship repair, class society surveying, and inspection practices
- Ability to read/interpret complex contracts, specs, and drawings
- Excellent communication, planning, and documentation skills
- Proficient in MS Office and QA databases
- Strong customer service and conflict resolution abilities
Physical & Work Environment
- Shipyard setting with exposure to noise, weather, confined spaces, and production areas
- Frequent walking, climbing, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs)
EOE/M/F/AA/Disability/Vet | Drug-Free Workplace