Quality Control Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections of fabricated piping, welds, and assemblies
• Verify fabricated products, materials, dimensions, and configurations against isometric drawings, spool sheets, and BOMs
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (ASME B31.1, B31.3, B31.9, and Section IX)
• Confirm proper labeling, tagging, and traceability of materials and assemblies
• Welding & Fabrication Quality: Inspect weld quality per visual inspection standards (AWS D10.4 or applicable code), verify weld procedures and welder qualifications, identify and document (product) defects or non-conformances
• Documentation & Reporting: Complete inspection reports, checklists, and quality documentation accurately and timely, track and log non-conformance reports (NCRs) and assist with corrective actions, support digital tracking of fabrication progress and quality metrics (e.g., Stratus, Power BI)
• Process Improvement: Work with fabrication and project teams to identify root causes of quality issues, recommend process improvements to reduce rework and increase efficiency, assist in developing and refining QA/QC procedures and inspection checkpoints
• Material & Equipment Verification: Inspect incoming materials and equipment for compliance with specifications, ensure proper handling, storage, and protection of materials, verify that items designated as “ship loose” or pre-assembled are properly identified and handled
• Collaboration: Coordinate with Project Coordinators, VDC/BIM teams, and shop personnel to clarify drawings and expectations, participate in fabrication kickoff meetings to align on quality expectations, communicate quality issues clearly and professionally to all stakeholders

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of mechanical piping systems (carbon steel, stainless steel, copper, PVC)
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, isometrics, and specifications
• Knowledge of ASME piping codes and welding standards
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• AWS CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) or working toward certification preferred
• Experience with digital fabrication tools (e.g., Stratus, BIM/Revit) preferred
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality systems preferred
• Experience in a fabrication shop or industrial construction environment preferred

Key Skills

• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving ability
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Ability to hold quality standards without compromising production flow
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); experience with reporting tools is a plus
• Able to maintain organization of documentation as well as materials and products

Performance Metrics

• Reduction in rework and punch list items
• Accuracy of inspections and documentation
• Compliance with project specifications and codes
• Timeliness of inspections relative to production schedules