QC Inspector

About the role

The QC Inspector plays a critical role in the production process by inspecting and ensuring the quality of welds and dimensional accuracy of work performed by production staff. This position requires a high degree of proficiency and full skills of the trade, including knowledge of codes and standards, to verify that the final product is free of defects and meets contract document requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of shop fabrication, including final paint inspections, weld preparations, and final welds.
• Ensure fabricated materials conform to drawings, shop standards, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Record and maintain in-process and final inspection records for quality assurance and production control.
• Identify and remedy drawing discrepancies with detailers.
• Coordinate with customers' inspectors during inspection phases.
• Inform foremen of defects in fabrication.
• Assist shop personnel with the interpretation of codes, drawings, and specifications.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 3 years of related experience.
• Completion of a verifiable vocational or training program may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
• Current or prior CAWI, AWS-CWI, SCWI, or CWB certification in accordance with CSA W178.2 preferred, or demonstrated competency through training/experience in metals fabrication, inspection, and testing.

Skills

• Specialized Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of dimensional tolerances per AISC Code of Standard Practice and AWS Structural Welding Codes. Knowledge of inspection requirements for high-strength bolted connections per RCSC.
• Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret structural steel blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Equipment/Tools: Proficiency with tools such as tape measure, weld gauges, level, square, and flashlight.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations in all units of measure.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form and solve problems involving several concrete variables.

Certifications

• AWS-CWI certification preferred.
• Knowledge of AWS and AISC codes applicable to steel fabrication and erection.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various methods of weld testing procedures.