About this role
Structural Steel Quality Inspector
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shift: 1st Shift
Pay Rate: Up to $32.00/hour, depending on experience
Job Overview
We are looking for a quality inspector with structural steel fabrication experience to verify that finished products, welds, and coatings meet project specifications and applicable industry standards. This is a hands-on, shop-floor position in an active manufacturing facility with limited office work and no climate control.
Responsibilities
- Examine fabricated steel components, welds, and coatings for compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Verify work meets applicable AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, and AISC requirements.
- Check incoming materials, components, and consumables for accuracy and quality.
- Mark and document inspected materials according to established procedures.
- Complete and maintain inspection reports, quality logs, and related records.
- Check and maintain welding equipment and inspection tools, including performing calibrations as needed.
- Assist with welder qualification tests and certification processes.
- Support employee training on welding, fitting, and quality requirements.
- Maintain drawing revisions and other quality documentation.
- Work with production personnel and management to address defects and inspection findings.
- Participate in quality improvement activities, company training, and workplace safety initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Required:
- At least 2 years of experience in structural steel fabrication.
- Previous quality inspection, quality control, or manufacturing experience.
- Working knowledge of AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, and AISC standards.
- Ability to read and understand fabrication drawings and technical specifications.
- Experience using inspection tools, including:
Fillet weld gauges
- V-WAC gauges
- Squares
- Tape measures
- Other standard quality inspection equipment
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality and workplace safety.
Preferred:
- Current Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
- Experience with nondestructive testing (NDT), including:
Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
- Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
- Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Additional certifications in structural steel fabrication, bolting, coatings, or welding inspection.
- Previous experience in a steel manufacturing or fabrication facility.
Work Environment
- Primarily works on the manufacturing floor with limited office duties.
- Active structural steel fabrication environment.
- Facility is not climate-controlled, with exposure to varying temperatures.
- Requires extended periods of standing, walking, and inspecting materials throughout the shift.
Opportunity
This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to product quality, support manufacturing improvements, and grow with a fabrication team in a contract-to-hire role.