Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking a Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector to join our Technical Inspection Services team in Shreveport, LA.

About the role

The Third Party Vendor Surveillance Inspector performs visual inspection of materials and/or fabricated equipment at vendor shops or on-site fabrication/testing facilities. This position requires travel at least 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections or audits and review testing for conformance to client specifications, industry standards, and approved procedures; report results.
• Review material test reports for conformance with applicable codes and standards.
• Follow up on dispositions and corrective actions related to non-conformances.
• Document inspection activities in electronic formats.
• Evaluate and agree upon project quality procedures, standards, and specifications to ensure adherence by all parties (engineering, procurement, manufacturing).
• Review Inspection & Testing Plans to ensure a standardized minimum level of surveillance per contractual requirements; identify critical inspections and tests to be witnessed by the Owner.
• Carry out inspection visits as per ITPs either personally or through third-party resources.

Requirements

• 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 quality, NDT, blueprint reading, industry standards, auditing, expediting, materials, welding, coatings, electrical components, instrumentation, pressure testing, well control, equipment operation, and assembly.
• Experience with Mechanical/Pressure Vessels and lifting equipment.
• Basic knowledge of material properties and procurement/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.
• Proficient in MS Office programs and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Industry Certification (e.g., 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, ASQ or IRCA Certified Auditor).

Schedule

This is a temporary, full-time position working 40-50 hours per week for six months.