Maintenance Technician

Quality Control Technician

Company: Durashield Coatings
Location: Urbana, OH

About the Role

Durashield Coatings is seeking a Quality Control Technician to ensure that both powder and liquid coatings meet strict quality and compliance standards. This role plays a critical part in maintaining product integrity through thorough inspections, process monitoring, and precise documentation. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in evaluating coatings and correcting defects, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspection: Examine surface preparation (e.g., cleanliness, profile) prior to coating application.

• Monitoring: Observe the coating application process to ensure alignment with specifications.

• Verification: Measure coating thickness, adhesion, and related properties using specialized tools.

• Evaluation: Assess the profile of parts throughout all phases of Durashield operations; identify and correct powder and liquid coating defects.

• Documentation: Record inspection results, deviations, and quality data.

• Material Compliance: Ensure coatings and materials meet all specified requirements.

• Quality Control: Identify and address issues that may impact final product quality.

• Reporting: Communicate findings effectively with supervisors, managers, and relevant personnel.

• Standards Adherence: Maintain compliance with industry standards and project specifications.

• Equipment Operation: Utilize thickness gauges, adhesion testers, profile gauges, and related tools.

• Problem Solving: Troubleshoot issues with coating application or material defects.

Skills and Qualifications

• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of powder and liquid coating applications and testing procedures.

• Analytical Ability: Strong data analysis and troubleshooting skills.

• Communication: Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Attention to Detail: Accuracy and thoroughness in inspections and reporting.

• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.

• Experience: Prior experience in coatings inspection or quality control is required.

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required