What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Inspector position at Avail?
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)
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
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Norfolk, VA 23523 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Norfolk, VA 23523: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $28
