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About this Structural Steel Quality Control Inspector role at Qualdoc

Qualdoc · Onsite · Arlington, TN

Structural Steel Quality Control Inspector

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shift: 1st Shift
Pay Rate: Up to $32.00/hour, depending on experience

Job Overview

We are hiring a Quality Control Inspector to check structural steel products throughout the fabrication process. This position focuses on weld inspections, material verification, fabrication drawings, and compliance with industry standards.

The role is primarily based on the production floor in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility. Candidates should be comfortable working in an active shop environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Inspect structural steel parts, welds, and finished products for quality and accuracy.

  • Ensure work meets project specifications, AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, AISC, and other applicable standards.

  • Check incoming materials, components, and welding consumables.

  • Record inspection results and maintain quality documentation.

  • Use and maintain welding equipment and inspection tools.

  • Assist with welder qualification tests and certification processes.

  • Help train employees on welding, fitting, and quality requirements.

  • Maintain fabrication drawings and quality control records.

  • Work with production teams and management to address quality issues.

  • Support process improvements, safety programs, and company training.

Qualifications

Required:

  • At least 2 years of structural steel fabrication experience.

  • Previous experience in quality inspection, quality control, or manufacturing.

  • Knowledge of AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, and AISC standards.

  • Ability to read and understand fabrication drawings and specifications.

  • Experience using inspection tools such as:

    • Fillet weld gauges

    • V-WAC gauges

    • Squares

    • Tape measures

    • Other standard inspection equipment

    • Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail.

    • Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.

    • Preferred:

      • 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.

        • Background in steel manufacturing.

Work Environment

  • Primarily works on the production floor with limited office duties.

  • Active manufacturing and fabrication setting.

  • Non-climate-controlled shop.

  • Requires standing, walking, and inspecting materials throughout the shift.

  • Must be comfortable working in varying temperatures.

Employment Opportunity

Start in a contract-to-hire position with the opportunity for long-term employment. Join a fabrication team where your inspection skills will help maintain product quality, meet industry standards, and improve manufacturing processes.

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How this Quality Control salary compares

This role pays $66,560/yr — above the typical range for Quality Control roles.

$42,016 median $52,000 $79,891

Typical range $46,930–$62,338/yr, from 124 comparable Quality Control listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Quality Control salary insights →

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