Steel Fabrication Quality Inspector

Qualdoc • Arlington, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced Steel Fabrication Quality Inspector to support quality assurance activities within a structural steel manufacturing environment. This position focuses on inspecting fabricated steel products, weld quality, coatings, and materials to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, customer specifications, and industry standards. This is a hands-on manufacturing role with most of the work performed on the production floor. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, non-climate-controlled shop and spending the majority of the day walking, standing, and inspecting fabricated components.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in structural steel fabrication.
• Previous experience in quality inspection, quality control, or manufacturing inspection.
• Working knowledge of AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, and AISC standards.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Experience using common inspection equipment, including: Fillet weld gauges, V-WAC gauges, Squares, Tape measures, Standard quality inspection tools
• Ability to work independently while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong commitment to quality workmanship and workplace safety.

Nice To Haves

• Current Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• Experience performing or evaluating nondestructive testing methods, including: Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Penetrant Testing (PT)
• Additional certifications related to welding inspection, coatings, bolting, or structural steel fabrication.
• Previous experience in a structural steel manufacturing or fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of structural steel assemblies throughout the fabrication process.
• Verify compliance with applicable codes and standards, including AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, and AISC requirements.
• Inspect incoming steel, materials, hardware, and welding consumables for quality and specification compliance.
• Document inspection results and properly identify approved or rejected materials.
• Maintain quality records, inspection reports, and related documentation.
• Calibrate and verify welding equipment and quality inspection instruments.
• Assist with welder qualification testing and certification activities.
• Support training efforts involving welding procedures, fitting practices, and quality expectations.
• Maintain drawing revisions and quality documentation to ensure current information is used during production.
• Work closely with production personnel and supervisors to identify and resolve quality concerns.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and required company training.
• Follow all workplace safety policies and help maintain a safe manufacturing environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed