Shop Inspector

Saulsbury Industries•Henderson, TX

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Shop Inspector uses their skills and knowledge to determine whether materials, equipment, and their installation conform to specifications. The role inspects project activities, reports conditions found, notifies management of significant problems, and completes documentation confirming satisfactory inspection or test results. The inspector supports quality control for large-scale industrial construction projects, including piping and structural fabricated assemblies. Working with shop supervision, quality staff, and craft personnel, the inspector monitors production, prevents and identifies deficiencies, verifies compliance with Inspection Test Plans and applicable construction codes, and maintains accurate inspection records. The role also requires use of inspection tools, interpretation of drawings and technical documentation, and preparation of daily reports.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent (GED).
Five to ten years of experience in construction trades, shop or field fabrication, and quality control.
Ability to read and interpret general arrangement (GA) drawings and P&IDs.
Ability to use testing and inspection tools, such as a Gal-Gauge, Pick Gauge, Hi-Lo gauge, and filler gauge.
Experience or working knowledge related to pipe fabrication, API-12F tanks, vessels, welding fabrication, and blast/coating/paint inspections to ensure NACE requirements are met.
Working knowledge of ASME and AWS codes, including Section VIII, Divisions 1 and 2; B31.3; and AWS D1.1.
Ability to interpret data sheets, MTRs, and other specification documentation as required.
General computer knowledge, including proficiency in Word and Outlook.
Ability to organize and perform work independently, communicate effectively, solve problems individually and in a team setting, and collect and document shop data.
Ability to lift, bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach, and walk for extended periods; carry up to 50 pounds; and work for prolonged periods at a desk and computer.

Nice To Haves

CWI certification.
CIP Level 1 or Level 2 certification.

Responsibilities

Promote and comply with company safety policies and procedures.
Take direction from the Quality Lead/Supervisor and work as a team player.
Inspect construction work, including piping and structural fabricated assemblies, for quality and conformance to requirements.
Record inspection and quality-control data accurately and in an organized manner.
Monitor and record work as required by the Inspection Test Plan (ITP).
Work with shop supervision to prevent deficiencies through in-process quality-control inspections.
Identify deficiencies and address them in a timely and effective manner.
Represent the shop quality staff on the floor and help ensure production understands and follows QA/QC requirements.
Maintain open communication with shop supervision and interact with craft personnel and other team members.
Maintain complete and accurate inspection records for transfer to permanent hard-copy or electronic files.
Inspect welders’ and fabricators’ work and document findings.
Apply working knowledge of the construction codes used for each project.
Determine the calibration status of measuring and test equipment.
Ensure daily quality-task schedules support the production schedule.
Perform walkdowns and inspections independently.
Read and interpret blueprints and technical procedures; write daily reports and document project activities.
Collect and record shop data to verify conformance with corporate Quality Control procedures and support effective implementation of the quality-control program for assigned tasks.
Maintain a professional appearance.
Perform other duties as assigned.