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About this Structural Steel Quality Inspector role at Qualdoc

Qualdoc · Onsite · Arlington, TN

Structural Steel Quality Inspector

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shift: 1st Shift
Starting Pay: $32.00/hour, with potential for a higher rate based on experience

Position Overview

We are looking for a Quality Inspector with structural steel fabrication experience to inspect materials, welds, and finished components for compliance with specifications, industry standards, and quality requirements.

This is a hands-on, shop-floor position in an active, non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Inspect structural steel components, welds, materials, and coatings for quality and compliance.
  • Verify work meets AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, AISC, and applicable industry standards.
  • Inspect incoming materials, parts, and consumables.
  • Identify and document inspected materials according to established procedures.
  • Maintain inspection records, quality logs, and related documentation.
  • Calibrate and maintain welding equipment and inspection tools.
  • Support welder qualification testing and certification activities.
  • Assist with training related to welding, fitting, and quality requirements.
  • Manage drawing control and other quality processes.
  • Work with production and management to identify and resolve quality issues.
  • Participate in continuous improvement and company training programs.
  • Promote safe work practices and support workplace safety initiatives.
  • Qualifications

    Required:

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

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

    Work Environment

    • Primarily shop-floor based with limited office work.
    • Active manufacturing environment.
    • Non-climate-controlled facility with exposure to varying temperatures.
    • Requires standing, walking, and inspecting materials throughout the workday.
    • This position offers an opportunity for a quality-focused professional to contribute to fabrication quality, continuous improvement, and long-term production success.


    This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term employment and the chance to contribute to quality, safety, and continuous improvement in structural steel fabrication.
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