JOB TITLE: Quality Control Inspector

PAY RANGE: $30.00-$38.00 per hour DOE

REPORTS TO: Quality Control Manager. Direct on-site project direction and daily scheduling provided through continuous communication with the applicable IMIA Project Manager and/or Supervisor.

Summary of position: Responsible for monitoring quality control/assurance requirements of all preservation preformed onboard commercial and US Navy vessel in accordance with established Navy regulations and industry standards or specific contractual requirements as defined in the Scope of Work. Collaborate with customer QA personnel on necessary aspects of the job.

Essential Job Requirements: Produce/create electronic/handwritten Quality Assurance documentation as Objective Quality Evidence for work performed throughout the preservation process. Develop and Maintain Test and Inspection Plan (TIP) for all assigned jobs. Monitor and document all required readings with regard to, but not limited to, metal anchor tooth (profile), paint wet/dry film thickness (DFT), steel temperatures and all required environmental readings using appropriate equipment to include: micrometer, dry film thickness gauge, infrared thermometer, psychomotor. Ensure all assigned equipment is maintained in good working order with within all calibration certification intervals. All of the above requirements shall be completed in a safe and efficient manner so as not to cause injury to self or others.
Required Education: High School diploma or equivalent

Required Certification: NACE Inspector and/or SSPC NBPI required.

Required Experience: Formal or informal on-the-job training in the marine industry; familiarity with Navy and Society for Protective Coatings standards.

Required Skills: Must possess knowledge of Maritime paintings standards with particular emphasis in US Navy ship preservation criterion. Word processing, spreadsheet, email, and database computer skills required. Must be able to accomplish mathematical calculations associated with preservation readings and documentation; must be able to discern and carry out complex written, oral, or diagramed instructions. Must be able to take direction; interact professionally, knowledgeably and cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers and customer representatives.

Physical Requirements: Must be physically capable of working an 8-10 hour day requires average use of computer, some physical dexterity, and agility within confined and restricted spaces & tanks.

Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Working Conditions: Regularly stand for long periods of time; work on scaffolds and ladders; work on top of machinery; work in confined spaces. Regularly exposed to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, dusty conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, hazardous machinery, precarious places, close proximity to other employees. Overtime or shift work involved. Travel often required. Must follow strict safety procedures.