[Hiring] Lead Technical Auditor @ASSOCIATION FOR MATERIALS PROTECTION AND PERFORMANCE

Role Description

The Lead Technical Auditor conducts field and office audits in support of the AMPP Accreditation program and serves as a senior technical resource supporting the Technical Auditor Manager. The role is split approximately 60/40: about 60% of time is spent conducting audits, and the remaining 40% is spent supporting the Technical Auditor Manager by reviewing audit reports and documenting Corrective Action Plan (CAP) and DAC (Disciplinary Action Committee) issues. The Lead Technical Auditor also assists with AB-1 submittal reviews and facility owner complaint investigations. The role includes auditing AMPP training programs as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct field and office audits of organizations (e.g., coating contractors, blast and paint shops, coating inspection firms) to verify compliance with AMPP-SSPC qualification procedures (e.g., QP 1, QP 2, QP 3, QP 5, QP 8, QS 1, QN 1, and others) and associated administrative programs (minimum of 45 audits/training delivery events per year). Submit audit reports in a timely manner and in the proper format.
• Audit AMPP training programs as assigned. Verify instructors' compliance with AMPP administrative procedures and adherence to technical content.
• Verify audited companies are compliant with current industry standards as cited in contracts, specifications, regulations, product data sheets, etc.
• Support the Technical Auditor Manager in representing AMPP Accreditation at industry meetings and conferences, providing technical knowledge and subject-matter expertise on technical and regulatory issues as assigned.
• Support AMPP Accreditation Management in improving the development, implementation, and administration of all QP accreditation programs.
• Ability and experience working remotely with a high degree of autonomy and responsibility to complete audits and administrative tasks on time using a predetermined format without daily direct supervision.
• Complete audit reports and other related documents on a timely basis, and report the status of work and travel schedules to QP Management in a timely manner.
• Complete AMPP or other assigned training on QP accreditations and programs.
• Conduct at least one audit in each assigned accreditation category under the observation of QP Management or their assigned representative.
• Review audit reports and make recommendations to the Technical Auditor Manager.
• Assist the Technical Auditor Manager with the CAP (Corrective Action Plan) process, including reviewing and documenting submitted CAPs and recommending acceptance or requests for additional information on findings.
• Assist in investigating and documenting DAC (Disciplinary Action Committee) violations, allegations, and notifications to determine validity and recommend appropriate actions to the Technical Auditor Manager.
• Assist with the review of AB-1 submittals and make recommendations to the Technical Auditor Manager.
• Investigate facility owner complaints to identify potential nonconformance and determine if probable cause actions are warranted.
• Mentor new audit hires during their initial on-the-job training period. This includes conducting on-the-job training in the field and reviewing and critiquing audit reports prepared by new hires.
• Provide emergent technical and administrative support to staff and QP Contractors.

Qualifications

• Organization and coordination of audits. Individual must be able to develop and work within a weekly schedule, making cost-effective and efficient travel arrangements.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and write detailed and accurate audit reports that are submitted in a timely manner.
• Interface with members, owners, contractors, inspectors, and their representatives at job sites and offices, respectively.

Requirements

• Significant travel (i.e., 75% or more of time) is required.
• Obtain security clearance to access military bases, shipyards, and other locations.
• Must have a valid U.S. passport and valid US Driver’s License.
• Must participate and cooperate in the security clearance processes.

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum: AMPP CIP Level II or AMPP Protective Coating Specialist in good standing. CIP III is desirable.
• AMPP C3/C5 certifications are required and must be attained within the first 60 days of employment.
• OSHA 30-hour training is required and must be attained within the first 60 days of employment.
• Specialty certifications and training, such as AMPP SSPC Concrete Coating Inspector, Metalizing, OCAT, and SCAT training, are desirable.
• Meet the experience requirements of the AMPP/SSPC Competent Person/Supervisor for Deleading of Industrial Structures.
• Minimum of five (5) years of full-time experience in the industrial coatings industry, preferably conducting technical quality or safety audits, coating and lining inspection services, or related work.
• Complete a two-day (16-hour minimum) course on the Principles of Auditing or equivalent.
• Experience in using Microsoft Office and industry-related software is required.

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write technical standards and reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, members, employees of the organization, customers, and the general public.