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About this Structural Steel QC Inspector role at Qualdoc

Qualdoc · Onsite · Arlington, TN

Structural Steel QC Inspector

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shift: 1st Shift
Pay: Up to $32/hour, depending on experience

Position Summary

We are looking for a Quality Control Inspector with structural steel fabrication experience to help verify that steel components, welds, materials, and coatings meet required specifications and industry standards.

This is a hands-on shop position with most of the work performed on the production floor. The role involves regular standing, walking, and inspection work in a manufacturing environment that may have varying temperatures and limited office time.

What You'll Do

  • Inspect structural steel parts and completed fabrications for accuracy and compliance.
  • Review work against project drawings, specifications, and applicable quality requirements.
  • Verify fabrication and welding meet AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, AISC, and other applicable standards.
  • Check incoming steel, materials, parts, and consumables for proper condition and conformance.
  • Mark and document inspected materials according to established procedures.
  • Maintain inspection reports, quality logs, and other required documentation.
  • Maintain and calibrate welding equipment and quality inspection instruments.
  • Assist with welder qualification testing and certification.
  • Support training related to welding, fitting, and quality requirements.
  • Maintain drawing control and assist with other quality-control processes.
  • Work with production and management to investigate and resolve quality issues.
  • Participate in continuous improvement and company training activities.
  • Promote safe work practices and support workplace safety programs.
  • Required Qualifications

  • At least 2 years of structural steel fabrication experience.
  • Previous experience in quality control, inspection, or manufacturing.
  • Working knowledge of AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, and AISC standards.
  • Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and specifications.
  • Experience using inspection equipment such as:
    • Fillet weld gauges
    • V-WAC gauges
    • Squares
    • Tape measures
    • Other standard quality inspection tools
    • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
    • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Preferred Experience

  • Current Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
  • Experience with nondestructive testing, including:
    • Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
    • Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
    • Penetrant Testing (PT)
    • Additional certifications involving structural steel fabrication, bolting, coatings, or welding inspection.
    • Previous experience working in a steel manufacturing or fabrication facility.
  • Work Environment

  • Primarily performed on the production floor with limited office work.
  • Active structural steel manufacturing environment.
  • Non-climate-controlled facility.
  • Requires extended periods of standing and walking while inspecting materials and fabrication work.
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    How this Quality Control salary compares

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