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Coatings Inspector - Morgan City, LA Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and ... general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the ...

Coatings Inspector - Morgan City, LA Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and ... general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the ...

Coatings Inspector - Morgan City, LA Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and ... general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the ...

Coatings Inspector - Morgan City, LA Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and ... general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the ...

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Support general shop functions and team production goals Qualifications Industrial Painter / Coatings Technician * Experience with industrial painting or coatings preferred * Familiarity with MIL ...

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Aspirations to grow into other roles (e.g., Sales Manager, General Manager) Job Type: Full-time Pay: $60,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Company Description Lifetime Green Coatings upgrades and ...

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Professionals in General Coatings often encounter challenges such as working in variable weather conditions, ensuring surface preparation meets quality standards, and managing the safe handling of chemicals. Successfully addressing these challenges involves adhering to strict safety protocols, keeping up-to-date with the latest application techniques, and collaborating closely with other trades to coordinate project timelines. Regular training and effective communication within the team are key to maintaining high-quality results and a safe work environment.

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To succeed as a General Coatings Technician, you need a solid understanding of surface preparation, coating application techniques, and relevant safety standards, often supported by a high school diploma or vocational training. Familiarity with spray guns, coating materials, personal protective equipment (PPE), and industry certifications like SSPC or NACE is highly valued. Attention to detail, reliability, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure high-quality finishes, compliance with safety regulations, and efficient project completion.

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General coatings refer to a broad range of protective and decorative finishes applied to surfaces such as metal, wood, concrete, or plastic. These coatings are used to enhance durability, prevent corrosion, improve appearance, and provide specific functional properties, such as water resistance or UV protection. Common examples include paints, varnishes, sealants, and powder coatings. Professionals in general coatings may work in industries like construction, automotive, or manufacturing, applying these materials using various techniques to ensure long-lasting results.
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Coatings Inspector

Coatings Inspector

Intertek

Morgan City, LA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 76 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

47th of 103 rated laboratories


Job description

Coatings Inspector - Morgan City, LA

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's leading brands and companies, is actively seeking a Coatings Inspector to join our Technical Inspection Services team in Morgan City, LA. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Industry Services.

What are we looking for?

The Coatings Inspector is responsible for ensuring that the Project Quality Plan in conjunction with Project Execution Plan is developed and implemented. This role will promote quality awareness throughout the organization, emphasizing excellence, continuous improvement, and corrective action to influence the overall success of company business. By joining Intertek, your contributions will be valued as we continue to help the world Build Back Ever Better. 

Job Title: Coatings Inspector

Shift/Schedule: This is a Regular, Full Time role working 5-6 days per week for 8 months. 

Location: Morgan City, LA

What you'll do:

  • Capture results of inspection / observations and report in timely manner
  • Ensure suppliers /contractors have relevant, up to date codes, standards, specifications and drawings
  • Interface with the discipline engineer, construction engineer, field workers and inspectors in a professional manner
  • Witness and monitor suppliers / contractors work activities, inspection, and test in accordance with the approved Quality Plan, ITP, Quality Procedures and etc.
  • Assist review of Quality Plan, Inspection & Test Plan (ITP) and Quality Procedures and all pertained QA/QC documentation prior to commencement of any fabrication / construction work
  • Verify the implementation of PTW (permit to work) LOTO (lock-out and tag-out) and other safety procedures

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.  

Physical Requirements for this role:

  • Must be able to walk long distances
  • Must be able to climb, stoop,  kneel, crouch and crawl
  • Must be able to stand for extended durations
  • Must be able to reach in all directions
  • Must have good visual acuity with regards to color, depth perception and field vision
  • Must be able to work in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold temperatures
  • Must be alert and able to determine job related hazards and recognize when hazards change
  • Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally. Preferably holds current certification in Swagelok and Parker tubing fitting installation (Will accept expired certification depending on experience

Qualifications:

  • NACE level 2 Certification or higher and insulation experience is required
  • Coating inspection experience required
  • Proficient in use and calibration of coating inspection tools
  • Able to work and communicate in a team environment
  • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
  • Must possess fundamental verbal and writing skills in English language

Intertek's Commitment

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Our Culture of Total Quality Assurance 

Intertek promotes a culture where motivated, customer-oriented employees can flourish, experience professional fulfillment, and reach their highest potential. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. 

A career with Intertek offers rewarding opportunities to help companies around the world develop products that are used safely by millions of people every day. Intertek is the trusted advisor to many of the world's leading brands, companies, and governments, and has earned a reputation for accuracy, reliability, integrity, and technical competence.  Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com  or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.    

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. Intertek's Industry Services team uses expert technical knowledge of industries such as oil & gas, power generation, renewable energy, chemical, construction and transportation to provide a diverse range of innovative Total Quality Assurance solutions that optimize operations while minimizing risks in quality, safety and cost.  Some of our key services include vendor inspection, site construction services, asset integrity management, non-destructive & materials testing, 3D laser scanning & dimensional control and energy & water consulting services. 

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