Structural Steel QC Inspector - 1st

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Contract-to-Hire Shift:

1st

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Up to $32/hour, depending on experience Position Summary We are looking for a Quality Control Inspector with structural steel fabrication experience to monitor and verify the quality of fabricated steel, welding, and coating work. This is a hands-on shop-floor position. Most of the work will be performed in an active manufacturing environment rather than an office, so candidates should be comfortable working around production equipment and in a facility with varying temperatures. Responsibilities Inspect structural steel fabrication throughout the production process. Check completed steel components against project drawings, specifications, quality requirements, and applicable industry standards. Verify welding and fabrication work meets

AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, AISC

, and other applicable requirements. Examine incoming steel, materials, parts, and consumables for quality and specification compliance. Identify inspected materials and maintain required inspection records. Complete quality logs, reports, and other inspection documentation. Calibrate and maintain welding equipment and quality-control inspection tools. Assist with welder qualification, testing, and certification activities. Support employee training related to welding, fitting, fabrication, and quality standards. Maintain drawing control and other quality-related processes. Work with production and management teams to investigate and correct quality issues. Participate in continuous improvement projects and company training. Promote safe work practices and support workplace safety initiatives. Required Qualifications 2+ years of structural steel fabrication experience Previous experience in quality control, inspection, or a related manufacturing position Working knowledge of

AWS D1.1, AWS

D1.5, and AISC standards Ability to read and understand fabrication drawings and specifications Experience using structural steel inspection equipment, including: Fillet weld gauges V-WAC gauges Squares Tape measures Other standard inspection tools Ability to work independently with limited supervision Strong attention to detail Commitment to maintaining quality and safe work practices Preferred Qualifications Current Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification Experience with nondestructive testing (NDT), 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 environment Work Environment Primarily performed on the production/shop floor Limited office work Active manufacturing environment Non-climate-controlled facility Frequent standing and walking throughout the workday Regular inspection of steel materials and fabricated components Must be comfortable working in varying temperatures We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.