Marine QA Inspector: Coatings & Testing

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. in Norfolk, VA, is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector specializing in coatings and testing to develop, schedule, and track tests and inspections, ensuring documentation aligns with test and inspection plans.

The candidate should have 2+ years of marine coatings inspection experience, with NACE/SSPC Coatings Inspector certification (Level 1+ preferred), NBPI certification for US Navy projects, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of marine coatings inspection experience.
• NACE or SSPC Coatings Inspector (Level 1+ preferred).
• NBPI Certification (for US Navy projects).
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to read/interpret complex contracts, specs, and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer test/inspection plans per quality and contract requirements.
• Coordinate with supervision, crafts, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure all inspections meet contract specs before final regulatory sign‑off.
• Monitor workmanship for compliance with 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.
• Trains 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.

Skills

SSPC/NACE standards

Contract interpretation

MS Office

QA databases

Customer service

Tools

MS Office

QA databases

Job description

Kaizen Lab Inc. in Norfolk, VA, is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector specializing in coatings and testing to develop, schedule, and track tests and inspections, ensuring documentation aligns with test and inspection plans.

The candidate should have 2+ years of marine coatings inspection experience, with NACE/SSPC Coatings Inspector certification (Level 1+ preferred), NBPI certification for US Navy projects, and a valid driver's license.