Structural Steel QC Inspector – 1st Shift
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire Shift: 1st Shift Pay: Up to $32/hour, depending on experience.
Position Summary
We are hiring a Quality Control Inspector with structural steel fabrication experience to verify the quality of steel components, welds, and coatings throughout the manufacturing process.
This is a hands-on shop-floor position. Most of the work takes place in an active manufacturing environment rather than an office, and the facility is not climate controlled.
Responsibilities
- Inspect structural steel components throughout fabrication and confirm work meets project specifications and quality requirements.
- Evaluate welding and fabrication against AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, AISC, and other applicable standards.
- Check incoming steel, parts, materials, and consumables for conformance.
- Properly identify and document inspected materials.
- Maintain inspection records, quality logs, and other required documentation.
- Calibrate and maintain welding equipment and quality-control inspection tools.
- Assist with welder qualification testing and certification.
- Support employee training related to welding, fitting, fabrication, and quality standards.
- Maintain drawing control and other quality-related systems.
- Work with production and management to investigate and correct quality issues.
- Participate in continuous improvement projects and company training.
- Promote safe work practices and support workplace safety initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- At least 2 years of structural steel fabrication experience.
- Previous experience in quality control, inspection, or a related manufacturing position.
- Working knowledge of AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, and AISC standards.
- Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and specifications.
- Experience with quality inspection equipment, including:
- Fillet weld gauges
- V-WAC gauges
- Squares
- Tape measures
- Other standard inspection tools
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and safety.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
- Experience with nondestructive testing methods, including:
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
- Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
- Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Additional certifications involving structural steel fabrication, bolting, coatings, or welding inspection.
- Previous experience in a steel manufacturing environment.
Work Environment
- Primarily performed on the production floor with limited office work.
- Active structural steel manufacturing environment.
- Non-climate-controlled facility with exposure to varying temperatures.
- Position requires frequent standing, walking, and inspection of materials throughout the workday.
Opportunity
This Contract-to-Hire position offers the opportunity for long-term employment while playing a hands-on role in product quality, fabrication standards, and continuous improvement.