Quality Control Inspector - Structural Steel Fabrication

Vican Manufacturing•San Leon, TX

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Vican Manufacturing Solutions is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to inspect structural and miscellaneous steel throughout the fabrication process. This position does not require a Certified Welding Inspector certification. The ideal candidate has fabrication experience, can read shop drawings, and understands basic welding and dimensional inspection requirements.

Requirements

Ability to read and understand fabrication drawings and weld symbols
Familiarity with common welding processes and visual weld inspection
Ability to accurately perform dimensional inspections
Strong attention to detail and documentation
Comfortable communicating quality issues directly and professionally
Basic computer and recordkeeping skills

Nice To Haves

Structural steel fabrication, welding, fitting, or quality-control experience
AWS Certified Welding Inspector certification
Experience working under AISC or AWS quality standards

Responsibilities

Inspect fabricated steel for dimensional accuracy, fit-up, weld quality, and overall workmanship
Read and interpret fabrication drawings, specifications, and weld symbols
Verify materials, member sizes, hole locations, plates, clips, and connection details
Perform in-process and final inspections before material is released for coating or shipment
Use tape measures, squares, levels, weld gauges, and other inspection tools
Document inspections, deficiencies, repairs, and final acceptance
Confirm required repairs are completed and reinspected
Maintain material identification and traceability throughout fabrication
Coordinate with fitters, welders, supervisors, and project management
Assist with customer and third-party inspections when required
Follow company quality-control procedures and project-specific requirements
Help identify recurring quality issues and prevent rework