Structural Steel QC Inspector – 1st Shift

Structural Steel QC Inspector - 1st Shift

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Shift: 1st Shift

Starting Pay: Up to $32/hour, depending on experience

Position Summary

We are looking for a Quality Control Inspector with structural steel fabrication experience to monitor and verify the quality of fabricated steel, welding, and coating work.

This is a hands-on shop-floor position. Most of the work will be performed in an active manufacturing environment rather than an office, so candidates should be comfortable working around production equipment and in a facility with varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect structural steel fabrication throughout the production process.
• Check completed steel components against project drawings, specifications, quality requirements, and applicable industry standards.
• Verify welding and fabrication work meets AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, AISC, and other applicable requirements.
• Examine incoming steel, materials, parts, and consumables for quality and specification compliance.
• Identify inspected materials and maintain required inspection records.
• Complete quality logs, reports, and other inspection documentation.
• Calibrate and maintain welding equipment and quality-control inspection tools.
• Assist with welder qualification, testing, and certification activities.
• Support employee training related to welding, fitting, fabrication, and quality standards.
• Maintain drawing control and other quality-related processes.
• Work with production and management teams 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

• 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 understand fabrication drawings and specifications
• Experience using structural steel 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
  • Commitment to maintaining quality and safe work practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification
• Experience with nondestructive testing (NDT), including:
  • Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
  • Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
  • Penetrant Testing (PT)
  • Additional certifications involving structural steel fabrication, bolting, coatings, or welding inspection
  • Previous experience working in a steel manufacturing or fabrication environment

Work Environment

• Primarily performed on the production/shop floor
• Limited office work
• Active manufacturing environment
• Non-climate-controlled facility
• Frequent standing and walking throughout the workday
• Regular inspection of steel materials and fabricated components
• Must be comfortable working in varying temperatures