Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector - Massachusetts Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking ...
Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector - Massachusetts Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking ...
Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector - Massachusetts Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking ...
Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector - Massachusetts Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking ...
Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector (Pressure Vessel & Fabricated Piping)
The Woodlands, TX · On-site
Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector (Pressure Vessel & Fabricated Piping) - Charlotte, NC Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized ...
Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector (Pressure Vessel & Fabricated Piping)
The Woodlands, TX · On-site
Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector (Pressure Vessel & Fabricated Piping) - Charlotte, NC Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized ...
Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector (Pressure Vessel & Fabricated Piping)
The Woodlands, TX · On-site
Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector (Pressure Vessel & Fabricated Piping) - Charlotte, NC Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized ...
Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector (Pressure Vessel & Fabricated Piping)
The Woodlands, TX · On-site
Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector (Pressure Vessel & Fabricated Piping) - Charlotte, NC Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized ...
Quality Control Inspector
Houston, TX · On-site
Support QC Manager facilitate Third Party Inspector visits. Improving the Quality Department: * Identifies problems, and proposes resolutions that are timely, cost-effective, and meet quality ...
Quality Control Inspector
Houston, TX · On-site
Support QC Manager facilitate Third Party Inspector visits. Improving the Quality Department: * Identifies problems, and proposes resolutions that are timely, cost-effective, and meet quality ...
Support QC Manager facilitate Third Party Inspector visits. Improving the Quality Department: * Identifies problems, and proposes resolutions that are timely, cost-effective, and meet quality ...
Support QC Manager facilitate Third Party Inspector visits. Improving the Quality Department: * Identifies problems, and proposes resolutions that are timely, cost-effective, and meet quality ...
Thorough understanding of third-party inspection processes (NDE, FAT, Assembly, etc.) * Understanding of and experience with industry quality standards and codes (API, ASNT, ASME, NACE, DS-1, etc.
Thorough understanding of third-party inspection processes (NDE, FAT, Assembly, etc.) * Understanding of and experience with industry quality standards and codes (API, ASNT, ASME, NACE, DS-1, etc.
Thorough understanding of third-party inspection processes (NDE, FAT, Assembly, etc.) * Understanding of and experience with industry quality standards and codes (API, ASNT, ASME, NACE, DS-1, etc.
Thorough understanding of third-party inspection processes (NDE, FAT, Assembly, etc.) * Understanding of and experience with industry quality standards and codes (API, ASNT, ASME, NACE, DS-1, etc.
Electrical Inspector
Houston, TX · On-site
Working knowledge of NFPA 70 applicable Standard All third-party inspection personnel utilized to carry out inspections at vendor facilities shall have a recognized qualification (CompEx for NEC ...
Electrical Inspector
Houston, TX · On-site
Working knowledge of NFPA 70 applicable Standard All third-party inspection personnel utilized to carry out inspections at vendor facilities shall have a recognized qualification (CompEx for NEC ...
Piping Inspector
Houston, TX · On-site
Establish a working relationship with third party inspectors and communicate on a regular basis to ensure that their contractual obligation with regard to piping is being fulfilled. * Review ...
Piping Inspector
Houston, TX · On-site
Establish a working relationship with third party inspectors and communicate on a regular basis to ensure that their contractual obligation with regard to piping is being fulfilled. * Review ...
Piping Inspector
Houston, TX · On-site
Establish a working relationship with third party inspectors and communicate on a regular basis to ensure that their contractual obligation with regard to piping is being fulfilled. Review Contractor ...
Piping Inspector
Houston, TX · On-site
Establish a working relationship with third party inspectors and communicate on a regular basis to ensure that their contractual obligation with regard to piping is being fulfilled. Review Contractor ...
QC Inspector III
Houston, TX · On-site
Support and interface with customers, third-party inspectors, and auditors during inspections and FATs. * Review inspection plans, procedures, and records for accuracy and compliance. * Aid the ...
QC Inspector III
Houston, TX · On-site
Support and interface with customers, third-party inspectors, and auditors during inspections and FATs. * Review inspection plans, procedures, and records for accuracy and compliance. * Aid the ...
QC Inspector III
Houston, TX · On-site
Support and interface with customers, third-party inspectors, and auditors during inspections and FATs. * Review inspection plans, procedures, and records for accuracy and compliance. * Aid the ...
QC Inspector III
Houston, TX · On-site
Support and interface with customers, third-party inspectors, and auditors during inspections and FATs. * Review inspection plans, procedures, and records for accuracy and compliance. * Aid the ...
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Quality Control (QC) Inspector - Structural & Piping
Houston, TX · On-site
$50K - $75K/yr
Act as the professional point of contact for third-party inspectors and customer representatives during final inspections and turnover. Required Qualifications * Endorsements: Current AWS D1.1 ...
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Quality Control (QC) Inspector - Structural & Piping
Houston, TX · On-site
$50K - $75K/yr
Act as the professional point of contact for third-party inspectors and customer representatives during final inspections and turnover. Required Qualifications * Endorsements: Current AWS D1.1 ...
Quality Inspector
Houston, TX · On-site
Ability to successfully guide and monitor third-party contractors through system remediation activities. Key Responsibilities • Site and Production Inspection: Execute Inspections and Test Plans ...
Quality Inspector
Houston, TX · On-site
Ability to successfully guide and monitor third-party contractors through system remediation activities. Key Responsibilities • Site and Production Inspection: Execute Inspections and Test Plans ...
Quality Inspector
Houston, TX · On-site
Ability to successfully guide and monitor third-party contractors through system remediation activities. Key Responsibilities · Site and Production Inspection: Execute Inspections and Test Plans ...
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Quality Inspector
Houston, TX · On-site
Ability to successfully guide and monitor third-party contractors through system remediation activities. Key Responsibilities · Site and Production Inspection: Execute Inspections and Test Plans ...
Ability to successfully guide and monitor third-party contractors through system remediation activities. Key Responsibilities Site and Production Inspection: Execute Inspections and Test Plans (ITP ...
Ability to successfully guide and monitor third-party contractors through system remediation activities. Key Responsibilities Site and Production Inspection: Execute Inspections and Test Plans (ITP ...
Quality Engineer, Manufacturing
Houston, TX · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
Coordinate and support shop and field inspections with internal teams, subcontractors, and third-party inspection agencies. Review fabrication drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to ...
Quality Engineer, Manufacturing
Houston, TX · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
Coordinate and support shop and field inspections with internal teams, subcontractors, and third-party inspection agencies. Review fabrication drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to ...
Offshore Expeditor
Houston, TX · On-site
Respect hold/witness points and coordinate inspections with vendors, third-party inspection agencies, QA/QC, and project quality teams. * Review project quality control requirements and contractual ...
Offshore Expeditor
Houston, TX · On-site
Respect hold/witness points and coordinate inspections with vendors, third-party inspection agencies, QA/QC, and project quality teams. * Review project quality control requirements and contractual ...
Sr Manager - Construction
Houston, TX · On-site
This role leads third-party inspection safety programs, ensures rigorous safety and quality performance, and drives consistent execution standards across geographically dispersed construction sites.
Sr Manager - Construction
Houston, TX · On-site
This role leads third-party inspection safety programs, ensures rigorous safety and quality performance, and drives consistent execution standards across geographically dispersed construction sites.
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A Third Party Inspector is an independent professional responsible for evaluating products, equipment, or processes to ensure they meet regulatory, contractual, and quality standards. They work across various industries such as construction, manufacturing, and engineering, conducting inspections, audits, and tests. Their role helps ensure compliance with safety, quality, and performance requirements. Third Party Inspectors provide unbiased reports to clients, manufacturers, or regulatory bodies. This independent verification helps prevent defects, ensure safety, and maintain quality assurance.
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Key responsibilities
Perform inspections or audits and review testing for conformance to client specifications, industry standards, and approved procedures and report results.
Review material test reports for conformance with applicable codes and standards.
Document inspection activities in electronic formats.
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Job description
Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector - Massachusetts
Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector to join our Technical Inspection Services team in the Massachusetts. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Inspection Services!
Intertek Technical Inspection Services (TIS) is a partner to clients in diverse industries such as oil & gas, renewable energy, engineering, chemical, and transportation. Intertek supports our clients striving to meet the growing global infrastructure requirements and demands for secure and sustainable sources of energy through services such as inspection, expediting, technical auditing, and site construction support.
What are we looking for?
The Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector is responsible for performing visual inspection of materials and/or fabricated equipment at vendor shops or on-site fabrication or testing facilities. The ideal candidate must be well versed in quality control inspections and tests, including nondestructive testing techniques, mechanical testing, dimensional inspection, pressure testing and coating inspections. This position will travel at least 50% of the time.
Shift/Schedule: All inspectors are utilized on an Adhoc basis and are not provided daily duties. All needs are based on our clients' needs and we source inspectors based on availability, location, taxonomy approvals, and specific client requests.
Location: Massachusetts
What you'll do:
- Perform inspections or audits and reviewing testing for conformance to Client specifications, industry standards, and approved procedures and reporting of results
- Review material test reports to conformance with applicable codes and standards
- Perform the follow-up of dispositions and corrective actions related to non-conformances
- Document inspection activities in electronic formats
- Evaluate and agree upon project quality procedures, standards, and specifications ensuring that all parties (engineering, procurement, manufacturing) are adhering to them
- Review Inspection & Testing Plans to ensure a standardized minimum level of surveillance in accordance with the contractual requirements. Identify the critical inspections and tests to be witnessed by the Owner
- Carry out inspection visits as per ITP's either personally or through 3rd party resource
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.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED, Trade School, On-The-Job Training or University Diploma
- 5+ years of third-party vendor inspection, expediting or auditing experience
- Experience in quality control inspections and tests, including nondestructive testing techniques, mechanical testing, dimensional inspection, pressure testing and coating inspections
- Technical training in subjects, such as, but not limited to quality, NDT, blueprint reading, industry standards, auditing, expediting, materials, welding, coatings, electrical components, instrumentation, pressure testing, well control, equipment operation and assembly
- Must have experience with Mechanical/Pressure Vessels and lifting equipment
- Must have basic knowledge of material properties
- Possess clear understanding of basic procurement and fabrication processes with knowledge of relevant codes and specifications for the oil and gas industry
- Ability to travel frequently throughout the continental US
- Valid driver's license and reliable driving record is required
- Proficient in MS Office programs and Outlook
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:
- Valid Industry Certification preferred - Examples of such certifications include, but not limited to: AWS CWI, API 510, 570, SI, (Source Inspector), Electrical Journeyman License, NACE CIP 1, 2, 3, EMA (Expediting Management Association) Basic, Advanced, ASNT NDT Level II, III, and ASQ or IRCA Certified Auditor
Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.