Certified Welding Inspector
About The Position
Maico Industries is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) for their Ellsworth, KS facility. This role involves performing visual inspections of welds, checking weld machine setups and techniques, and ensuring all welding conforms to applicable codes, company standards, and customer requirements. The CWI will also assist with NDT examinations, perform final QC inspections, and ensure timely completion of all QC operations. This position requires a strong understanding of welding practices, steel fabrication processes, and the ability to interpret technical documents. The CWI will collaborate with management to define work order requirements and ensure services align with project needs and client contracts. A client-oriented and detail-focused approach is essential for quality control and assurance.
Requirements
- Thorough knowledge of welding practices, codes, and procedures per AWS D1.1 and D1.5.
- Familiarity with steel fabrication processes.
- Comfortable working in a welding shop environment.
- Ability to interpret shop drawings and welding symbols.
- Familiarity with various forms of NDT examination and documentation.
- Ability to generate and process inspection reports in an expeditious and thorough manner.
- Good communication and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in basic computer equipment including cell phones, and digital cameras.
- Ability to multi-task and properly execute multiple simultaneous assignments without sacrificing the efficiency or quality of the work.
- Client oriented approach with emphasis on understanding and fulfilling the needs of the client.
- Detail oriented with a dedication to the quality control and quality assurance process.
- Ability to understand and read complex design and fabrication plans and specifications.
- Must have a background in handling Structural Steel / Bridge Fabrication inspections (D1.5) and/or tubular pole fabrication.
- Extensive working knowledge and experience with D1.1 and D1.5.
- Must have current AWS CWI Certification.
- Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- College Degree (Associates Degree) or vocational training a plus.
- Level II for UT, PT, MT certifications preferred, but not required.
- Knowledge of industry standard bolting procedures.
Responsibilities
- Perform visual inspections (VT) of finished welds in process and on completed jobs.
- Check weld machine setup and the welding techniques of welders on work in progress.
- Record the results of tests and welding inspections.
- Ensure all welding is performed in conformance with applicable welding codes, company standards, and customer requirements.
- Assist with performing various NDT examination and documentation.
- Perform final QC inspections of finished products.
- Ensure all QC operations are carried out in a timely manner.
- Determine the specific requirements of a given work order, including the scope of work, deliverables, schedules, and budget for a particular assignment.
- Determine that the specific services provided are performed in accordance with the project requirement and contract with the client.
- Maintain a positive relationship between the fabrication facility and the client.
- Resolve scheduling issues between the fabrication personnel, contractors, and other third parties.
Benefits
- Drug Test and Background Check are required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
