Regal
FRP Quality Inspector
Regal Boats is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive FRP Quality Inspector to join our Lamination (LAM) Department. In this role, you will be responsible for inspecting fiber reinforced plastic (FRP) parts and assemblies to ensure they meet Regal's quality and safety standards. You will play a vital part in supporting production teams by identifying defects early, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications, and maintaining the high standards that define our brand. Key responsibilities include: Conduct in-process and final inspections of FRP components, hulls, decks, and structural parts throughout the lamination process. Evaluate parts for voids, delamination, dry areas, cracking, thickness irregularities, and other quality concerns. Verify compliance with work instructions, layup schedules, part drawings, and company quality standards. Use visual inspection, tap testing, and measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.) to assess part quality. Identify and document non-conformances; work with supervisors to resolve quality issues efficiently. Maintain accurate inspection records and reports in alignment with company protocols. Collaborate with lamination technicians to promote consistent quality and workmanship. Assist with internal audits and support training for proper FRP layup and repair practices. Support continuous improvement by suggesting process and material changes to reduce defects. Required qualifications: Knowledge of FRP materials, layup techniques, and common lamination defects. Ability to interpret technical drawings, layup schedules, and specifications. Skilled in using precision measuring instruments and performing visual/tactile inspections. Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently. Physically able to enter hulls, climb ladders, lift up to 50 pounds, and stand for long periods. Preferred qualifications: Previous experience in FRP or composite quality inspection in a manufacturing setting. Familiarity with marine-grade fiberglass materials and resin systems. Working knowledge of quality control methodologies (5S, root cause analysis, etc.). Technical training or certification in composites or manufacturing quality is a plus. Clear and professional communication skills for reporting and documentation. Work environment must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment where ambient air temperature can exceed outside air temperature, reaching over 100 degrees Fahrenheit at times. You must be able to work in an environment where dust, fiberglass, and other manufacturing materials are present. Physical demands include bending at the waist and knees, standing for extended periods, climbing into and out of boats using stairs, lifting 50 pounds, and working 10-hour days with most of the time being on their feet. Work overtime, whether planned or unplanned, is also required. Regal Marine Industries, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Regal Boats is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive FRP Quality Inspector to join our Lamination (LAM) Department. In this role, you will be responsible for inspecting fiber reinforced plastic (FRP) parts and assemblies to ensure they meet Regal's quality and safety standards. You will play a vital part in supporting production teams by identifying defects early, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications, and maintaining the high standards that define our brand. Key responsibilities include: Conduct in-process and final inspections of FRP components, hulls, decks, and structural parts throughout the lamination process. Evaluate parts for voids, delamination, dry areas, cracking, thickness irregularities, and other quality concerns. Verify compliance with work instructions, layup schedules, part drawings, and company quality standards. Use visual inspection, tap testing, and measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.) to assess part quality. Identify and document non-conformances; work with supervisors to resolve quality issues efficiently. Maintain accurate inspection records and reports in alignment with company protocols. Collaborate with lamination technicians to promote consistent quality and workmanship. Assist with internal audits and support training for proper FRP layup and repair practices. Support continuous improvement by suggesting process and material changes to reduce defects. Required qualifications: Knowledge of FRP materials, layup techniques, and common lamination defects. Ability to interpret technical drawings, layup schedules, and specifications. Skilled in using precision measuring instruments and performing visual/tactile inspections. Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently. Physically able to enter hulls, climb ladders, lift up to 50 pounds, and stand for long periods. Preferred qualifications: Previous experience in FRP or composite quality inspection in a manufacturing setting. Familiarity with marine-grade fiberglass materials and resin systems. Working knowledge of quality control methodologies (5S, root cause analysis, etc.). Technical training or certification in composites or manufacturing quality is a plus. Clear and professional communication skills for reporting and documentation. Work environment must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment where ambient air temperature can exceed outside air temperature, reaching over 100 degrees Fahrenheit at times. You must be able to work in an environment where dust, fiberglass, and other manufacturing materials are present. Physical demands include bending at the waist and knees, standing for extended periods, climbing into and out of boats using stairs, lifting 50 pounds, and working 10-hour days with most of the time being on their feet. Work overtime, whether planned or unplanned, is also required. Regal Marine Industries, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.