NSC Staffing has an immediate opening for a Certified Welding Inspector in Elmore, AL. Monday- Thursday 6am-3:30PM with OT on

Friday Pay Rate:

$20-$25/Hourly Maintaining our quality standards as an active AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) is required, the primary focus of this role is active floor presence and fabrication support. You will spend a significant portion of your time working directly with shop crews—supporting layout, cutting, fitting, fit-up inspections, and heat control before and during the fabrication process.

Primary Responsibilities Fabrication Support & Shop Floor Oversight:

Actively assist and guide shop personnel through non-welding fabrication tasks, including layout, cutting, fitting, and structural prep. Verify alignment and fit-up prior to welding to prevent defects down the line.

Distortion & Process Management:

Advise floor welders on proper sequencing, skip welding, heat control, and machine settings (voltage/wire speed) to prevent distortion, burn-through, or warping on varied steel thicknesses.

Quality & Code Inspection:

Perform visual inspections (VT) on structural steel fabrications in compliance with

AWS D1.1

code standards.

Documentation & Compliance:

Complete inspection reports, log non-conformance reports (NCRs), track repair statuses, and maintain accurate quality management records in accordance with AISC standards.

Procedure & Welder Testing:

Review Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR). Administer on-site welder qualification tests and maintain active welder continuity logs.

Collaboration & Issue Resolution:

Address weld rejections or fabrication issues constructively with shop personnel, enforcing quality standards firmly while maintaining a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications & Requirements Certification:

Current, active AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential.

Structural Steel Experience:

Proven experience inspecting and fabricating structural steel strictly under

AWS D1.1

code.

Fabrication Expertise:

Strong practical understanding of steel shop operations—viewing layout, fitting, and heat distortion control as essential components of overall weld quality.

Quality Systems:

Prior experience working within an AISC-certified facility or structured Quality Management System (QMS) is strongly preferred.

Computer Proficiency:

Comfortable reviewing digital drawings/PDFs, completing digital inspection reports, and using basic spreadsheets.

Bonus Credentials:

NDT certifications (UT, MT, PT) or Senior CWI (SCWI) status are a major plus.

Clearance:

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and able to pass a drug screening for our substance-free workplace. Working Conditions & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 100% on-site fabrication shop environment. Availability outside standard operational hours may be required based on production demands. Mandatory floor

PPE:

Long pants, steel-toe or composite-toe boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, and work gloves. NSC Staffing values our employees and is committed to offering meaningful employment in safe workplace conditions. We are honored by the thousands of employees who have placed their trust and confidence in our company. At NSC Staffing our company culture is strong! You work hard for us and in return we want to provide you with as many benefits and resources as we can: Medical Coverage Dental Vision 401(k) - Short- and long-term disability coverage Identity Theft Protection Legal Assistance Long Term Opportunities Training and Career Growth Opportunities The chance to be a part of an amazing team NSC Staffing is committed to connecting good people with good jobs! NSC is an innovative staffing firm that specializes in placing qualified skilled, technical and professional talent in virtually any market. Our meticulous dedication to Quality and Safety is a testament to our success. We are The Staffing Experts! #INDLI