About this role
Structural Steel QC Inspector – Richmond, VA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Location: Richmond, VA
Shift: 1st Shift
Starting Pay: $31/hour — higher depending on experience
Position Overview
We are hiring a Structural Steel QC Inspector to support quality control activities in a structural steel fabrication facility. Experienced senior-level structural steel fitters and fabricators with strong quality and inspection knowledge may also be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect structural steel components during fabrication and before shipment.
- Check materials and finished work against shop drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
- Perform in-process and final quality inspections.
- Verify dimensions, layout, and proper part placement.
- Identify, document, and follow up on nonconforming work.
- Apply AWS D1.1/D1.5 requirements when applicable.
- Work closely with fabrication and production teams to address quality concerns.
- Support quality improvement efforts and maintain inspection documentation.
- Assist with preparation for annual AISC quality-control audits.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of experience in structural steel fabrication and layout.
- Experience performing quality inspections in a structural steel environment.
- Ability to read and interpret fabrication and construction drawings.
- Strong knowledge of structural steel fabrication practices and quality requirements.
- Welding certification or experience related to AWS D1.1 and/or D1.5 preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify fabrication or dimensional issues.
Schedule
- Monday–Friday, 1st Shift
- Saturday overtime may be available
- Contract-to-hire opportunity