Coating inspector with extensive experience in the oil and gas and marine industry, boasting 15 years of expertise. Aiming to contribute to an organization's success by aiding in the achievement of goals. Dedicated to continuously expanding knowledge and experience to make a substantial impact within the industry.
Responsible for stage wise painting / coating inspection
Undertake QC painting / coating activities in the work place for daily basis
Monitor weather condition for surface preparation and painting / coating application
Prepare 'inspection & test plan' (ITP) for specific project / company requirements/ surface preparation and painting / coating procedure
Hot dip galvanizing coating inspection in galvanizing plant
Execute Painting / coating inspection work as per company / project inspection test plan
To check and monitor all painting / coating related works and ensure all final products meet in accordance with company procedure, client requirement and international codes
Responsible for incoming coating / painting material inspection and has to ensure whether these materials suits to meets the requirements of project specifications
Prepare all necessary QA / QC painting / coating documents and handed over to clients review
Review of instrument calibration status
To undertake test qualifications for spray painters, brush painter's & abrasive blasters
Co-ordinate with the paint manufacturer technical representative on daily basis
Successfully completed Coating Inspection on Saint Nazaire offshore project (2years Project Clients: EDF France, LNG Canada, GE Germany, Plaquemines LNG)
Increased coating longevity by advising on best practices for surface preparation and application techniques.
Developed customized inspection plans based on specific project requirements, ensuring comprehensive assessment of all relevant aspects of the job site environment.
Ensured compliance with industry standards by meticulously reviewing project specifications and adhering to guidelines.
Reduced rework costs by promptly identifying and addressing coating defects before they escalated into larger issues.
Improved coating quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
Paint shop Asst Manager
Taikisha Engineering India Ltd
08.2013 - 03.2015
Working as Paint shop Representative
Surveillance and witnessing of all painting having manpower capacity of more than 16
Intermittent monitoring surface preparation, application, inspection and testing of coatings applied on traction transformer, conveyer, Cladding, Flow cell & structures
My area of Specialization is Coatings thus my job also entails the upkeep of these as well
Additionally, I am working on reviewing new projects, conducting trials, forecasting monthly Plan right from raw material, production including handling all Quality Assurance & Quality Control aspects
Inspection and witnessing surface preparation and application of solvent base as well as water base paint
Monitoring and reporting the production as it progresses, that it meets the requirement of the project specification
Tasks included: Micro Inspection and witnessing the salt content, surface profile, DFT, Holiday and Adhesion testing for integrity of the job coating
Technical Service Executive-Protective Coating
Akzo Nobel Coating India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2010 - 08.2013
Company Overview: West India
Undertaking detailed Coating Condition Inspections for various clienteles to quantify their corrosion related problems
Trouble-shooting with regards to coating & corrosion related problems for various clients & offering solutions to their simple & complicated coating/corrosion related problems to the best of my ability & Knowledge
Providing technical advice on protective coatings and systems to present/ prospective clients for offshore oil & gas project
Undertaking laboratory & field studies to help solve coating & corrosion related problems for various clients
Conducting Technical Seminars, Presentations to clients & prospects
Paint Trial for prospective or existing client
Conduct client or contractor coating process audit as per required & develop audit report
Worked as Third-Party Coating Inspector or client inspector for various oil & gas project
Client included- Pratibha Pipes & structures (SAIPEM Project), Godrej & Boyce Mfg.co.Ltd, Hi-tech engineering, Lubrizol, Crompton Greaves, Siemens India, Mihan hanger project, WMI Crane, Cidco exhibition center, Various OEM industries
West India
Engineer-Paint Shop
Virgo Valves Control
12.2008 - 04.2009
Responsible for the inspection of Surface preparation and making sure that the GE standards are followed
Accountable for checking all the quality parameters are followed and adhered to prior to & during the paint application
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