Steel Inspector/Welding Inspector (4+ yrs req. $80-120K)

Location: near Pittsburgh, PA

Start date: ASAP

About the role

Our client, a leading structural steel fabricator, is seeking a Quality Control Manager to support quality and product compliance throughout the fabrication process. This hands-on role is responsible for inspecting fabricated steel, ensuring compliance with customer specifications and industry standards, and verifying products are ready for shipment. Working closely with production, engineering, and project teams, you'll perform inspections, resolve quality issues, coordinate customer audits, and help maintain high-quality standards across the shop. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional looking to grow their career while making a direct impact on the success of complex structural steel projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead in-process and final inspections to ensure compliance
• Perform welding, dimensional, coating, and final product inspections
• Serve as the final authority for product acceptance and shipping release
• Verify material traceability, certifications, and quality documentation
• Coordinate NDT activities (UT, MT, VT) and verify corrective actions
• Lead customer, DOT, railroad, and third-party inspections
• Manage NCRs, corrective actions, and quality documentation
• Mentor QC Inspectors and promote consistent inspection practices
• Partner with production to prevent defects and reduce rework
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across fabrication

Requirements

• Valid AWS CWI certification or ability to obtain it within 1 year (Company Paid) required
• 4+ years of QA/QC or inspection experience in structural steel or heavy manufacturing required
• Strong knowledge of welding inspection and dimensional inspection required
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings required

Pay

$80,000 - $120,000

Schedule

Full-time, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM (flexible); 40–50 hours per week. Minimal travel; occasional project or audit-related travel.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical (employee and families)
• Dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with 10% company match
• Paid holidays and PTO

Relocation assistance available. Sponsorship is not available.