QA/QC Manager

Job description:

QA/QC Manager AMPP Certified (Industrial Coatings)
Location: Chesapeake, VA (with travel to multiple job sites)
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity
Our client is a well-established industrial coatings company based in Chesapeake, Virginia, with decades of experience supporting industrial and marine projects. They are known for their commitment to safety, quality, and integrityand are looking to add a skilled QA/QC Inspector to their growing team.

What Youll Do
As a QA/QC Inspector, youll play a critical role in ensuring coating projects meet the highest quality standards. Youll work closely with field teams to verify surface preparation, coating application, and inspection activities in accordance with AMPP/SSPC standards and project specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Inspect surface preparation and coating application to ensure compliance with project requirements and AMPP standards

Monitor and document environmental conditions before and during coating operations

Measure and record surface profile, cleanliness, and coating thickness

Identify and document coating defects such as holidays, pinholes, runs, sags, or contamination

Complete daily inspection reports and final quality turnover documentation

Maintain calibration records for inspection equipment

Track coating batch numbers and inspection checkpoints

Support and reinforce quality requirements with painters and blasters

Work Environment

Industrial job sites, including marine environments

Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and wear required PPE

Qualifications:

What Were Looking For

AMPP Certified Coatings Inspector (CCI) Level 2 or higher

35 years of experience inspecting industrial or marine coatings

Strong understanding of surface preparation and coating standards

Experience with NAVSEA or USACE specifications

Background working in a QP-1 / QS-1 environment, including audit support

Ability to read and interpret coating specifications and drawings

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

Valid drivers license and ability to pass a background check, obtain base access, and travel as needed

Nice to Have

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Whats in It for You

Competitive compensation based on experience and certification

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Training and certification reimbursement

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 70000

Salary Max : $ 90000

Currency Type : USD

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