QC Inspector- Blast, Coat, Paint

Petrosmith-Equipment; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Petrosmith-Equipment is seeking an experienced quality inspector to verify blast, coating and paint operations in a manufacturing setting in Abilene, TX. You will read blueprints and datasheets, perform in-process and final inspections, and ensure all products meet customer specs with high quality and reliability.

The role requires physical work, the ability to lift up to 50 lb, and proficiency with micrometers, replica tape and voltage testers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in coating applications.
• Must be results-oriented, maintain relationships, be a team player and multitask.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and crawl into vessels for inspections.
• Ability to interpret engineering blueprints, datasheets and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process inspections of blast, coating and paint operations.
• Measure surfaces with micrometer and replica tape to verify anchor profile.
• Conduct holiday testing with voltage equipment to detect coating discontinuities.
• Record dry film thickness using calibrated gauges.
• Compare results to datasheets and coating standards for compliance.
• Review product against drawings, specs and acceptance criteria.
• Document results on inspections, test plans and reports.
• Perform visual inspection of incoming equipment from sub-contractors.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Critical thinking

Time management

Blueprint reading

Education

Experience in coating applications

Tools

Micrometer

Replica tape

Voltage tester

Calibrated gauges

Job description

Job description:

Responsible for verifying the manufacturing processes and inspection of products through blast, coating and paint. Monitors production flow, reporting progress on a pre-determined base and ensuring compliance to both local procedures and product specifications. Able to read and interpret product data sheets for paint and coating systems. Performs in-process and final inspections ensuring that all manufactured products meet customer specifications while achieving superior quality and reliability levels.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts in-process inspections of blast, coating and paint operations.
• Measures blast surfaces using replica tape and micrometer readings to ensure anchor profile meets manufactures requirements.
• Performs holiday testing using low and high voltage test equipment to ensure coating applications are free from discontinuities.
• Tests and records dry film thickness (DFT) readings using calibrated gauges.
• Compares inspection results to Product Data Sheets to ensure compliance with coating application standards and manufacturer’s specifications.
• Reviews product compared to drawings and specs to ensure all acceptance criteria is fully met.
• Follows required verifications and inspections and documents results on Inspection and Test Plans, as well as coating and inspection reports.
• Perform visual inspection of incoming equipment from sub-contractors.
• Responsible for final inspection of completed units to all required final testing and acceptance.
• Contributes to continuous improvement by evaluating existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality and production within limits of equipment capabilities.
• Initiates Nonconformance Reports, records deficiencies found during inspection process and coordinates required action plans or repairs with operations.
• Review and verification of paperwork for correctness, accuracy and completeness.
• Performs a variety of functions and or tasks necessary for the successful operation of the facility as assigned by management of the company.
• Actively supports, participates in, and maintains the integrity and ongoing function of the company and facility’s safety program.

Education and/or experience / job qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year experience in working with coating applications.
• Must be results-oriented, be able to maintain positive relationships with all levels of staff, be a team player, and be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to physically work in confined spaces, crawling into vessels and tanks to perform visual inspections and product testing.
• Good communication, critical thinking, time management and organizational skills
• Ability to interpret engineering blueprints, product data sheets and product technical specifications
• Must be results-oriented, be able to maintain positive relationships with all levels of staff, be a team player, and be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday