Coating Inspector

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance

Smith Industries is seeking a Coating Inspector to join our Quality team. This position is responsible for ensuring surface preparation and coating applications meet customer specifications, industry standards, and company quality requirements while promoting a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect surface preparation, environmental conditions, and coating applications for compliance with project specifications.
• Perform and document coating inspections, including wet and dry film thickness, adhesion, holiday testing, and final visual inspections.
• Review customer specifications, coating data sheets, and inspection requirements.
• Identify and document nonconformances and assist with corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation.
• Verify proper storage and handling of coating materials and calibration of inspection equipment.
• Work closely with production, customers, and third-party inspectors to ensure quality standards are met.
• Follow all company safety policies and wear required PPE.

Qualifications

• Experience in coating inspection, industrial painting, or quality control.
• Knowledge of coating systems, surface preparation, and inspection methods.
• Familiarity with AMPP (NACE), SSPC, ASTM, or related industry standards is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and documentation skills.