Quality Inspector Paint

Our Banbridge based Client has an opportunity for a Quality Inspector with hands-on experience in Paint and Shot blast / surface preparation and inspection of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing modules. The ideal candidate will be responsible for inspecting painted and surface-prepared components as well as MEP modules to ensure all meet required standards, specifications, and customer expectations. This role requires a strong understanding of surface treatment processes, coatings, quality inspection techniques, and MEP system components.

Hours of work:

• Monday-Thursday 7.30am-5pm and Friday 7.30am-3pm

Salary: Competitive depending on experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect painted and shot blasted surfaces for defects, including coating thickness, adhesion, finish quality, and surface cleanliness.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of MEP modules, ensuring compliance with design specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Use measurement tools such as dry film thickness gauges, surface profile gauges, callipers, and other inspection equipment relevant to MEP modules.
• Verify compliance with relevant industry standards, customer specifications, and internal quality procedures for both surface treatment and MEP modules.
• Conduct routine audits of surface preparation, coating processes, and MEP assembly/installation to ensure consistent quality.
• Ensure activities comply with health, safety and environmental regulations.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Proven experience as a Quality Inspector in manufacturing or construction environments, with expertise in paint and shot blasting/surface preparation and MEP module inspection.
• Strong knowledge of surface treatment techniques, paint application processes, and related quality standards.
• Experience inspecting MEP modules for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing components against drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in using inspection tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and quality documents.
• Relevant certifications in quality inspection or coating inspection (e.g., NACE Coating Inspector Level 1 or 2) are a plus.

Desirable Criteria:

• In-depth understanding of various coating types and inspection techniques.
• Familiarity with industry standards.
• Awareness of quality management systems and their application to coating inspection.
• Experience with material receipt inspections and verification of certificates and expiry dates.
• Familiarity with digital reporting and inspection software.

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