QA Inspector - Fabrication Shop

Job Summary

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process and final quality inspections on fabricated components.
• Verify dimensions, tolerances, fit-up, and assembly against engineering drawings and customer specifications.
• Perform dimensional inspections after parts are cut and tack welded, prior to welding.
• Carry out visual weld inspections in accordance with the company’s Quality Management System (ISO 9001:2015).
• Ensure fabrication activities adhere to welding procedures (WPS) and internal quality standards.
• Utilize measuring tools such as tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other precision instruments.
• Inspect paint quality, coating preparation, and calibration status of shop equipment and gauges.
• Coordinate with third-party inspectors for NDE and coating inspections, serving as the primary shop liaison.
• Communicate quality concerns directly with the Shop Foreman and production team to resolve discrepancies.
• Record inspection results and maintain quality documentation in compliance with company procedures.
• Assist with incoming material inspections as needed.
• Promote a safe, organized, and quality-focused work environment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2+ years of QA/QC inspection experience in a fabrication, welding, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and blueprints.
• Experience performing dimensional inspections and verifying tolerances.
• Proficient in using tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Working knowledge of welding processes such as FCAW and GMAW.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems.
• Understanding of welding procedures (WPS) and visual weld inspection practices.
• Effective communication skills with production personnel and shop leadership.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification is preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience working in structural steel or custom fabrication shops is advantageous.
• Familiarity with outsourced NDE and coating inspection processes is a plus.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus.