Lead Technical Auditor

SUMMARY

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 include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• 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.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No supervisory responsibilities are required for this role. The Lead Technical Auditor supports the Technical Auditor Manager but does not have management responsibilities.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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

TRAVEL AND SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

This role requires significant travel (i.e., 75% or more of time). Additionally, the role will require the employee to obtain security clearance to access military bases, shipyards and other locations. Accordingly, the employee must have a valid U.S. passport, valid US Driver’s License and 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.