Structural Steel QC Inspector
Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1st Shift
Pay: Starting at $31/hour, higher depending on experience
Overtime: Saturdays available
Position Overview
We are looking for a Structural Steel QC Inspector to support quality control in a structural steel fabrication environment. Candidates with strong structural steel fitting or fabrication experience at a senior level may also be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Inspect structural steel throughout the fabrication process and at completion.
Verify finished work against shop drawings, specifications, and required standards.
Check dimensions, layout, part placement, and overall fabrication accuracy.
Identify, document, and help resolve nonconforming work using AWS D1.1 and D1.5 requirements.
Perform both in-process and final quality inspections.
Work closely with production personnel to address quality concerns and prevent repeat issues.
Assist with quality improvement efforts and maintain consistent inspection practices.
Participate in AISC quality control audits.
Qualifications
3–5 years of experience in structural steel layout and fabrication.
Experience performing quality inspections in a structural steel fabrication setting.
Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, fabrication drawings, and construction plans.
Strong knowledge of structural steel fabrication processes and quality requirements.
Welding certification in AWS D1.1 and/or D1.5 is preferred.
Senior structural steel fitters/fabricators with strong layout and fabrication experience may also be considered.
Schedule
Monday–Friday, 1st Shift
Saturday overtime available
