Quality Inspector

About the Role
The Quality Inspector is responsible for verifying that fabricated metal products, weldments, and finished assemblies meet all quality standards and customer specifications. This role focuses on inspection, testing, and documentation to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards. The Quality Inspector will play a key role in monitoring weld quality, structural integrity, surface finishes, and dimensional tolerances for custom metal fabrication and structural steel projects.

Responsibilities:

• Perform dimensional inspections of fabricated parts, weldments, and assemblies using precision measuring instruments
• Inspect welds, coatings, and finishes such as powder coating, wet painting, and blasting to confirm specification compliance
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality control records in accordance with ISO 9001 requirements
• Conduct in-process, first-article, and final inspections to ensure quality throughout production stages
• Identify and report nonconforming materials, assist with root cause analysis, and support corrective action processes
• Maintain and calibrate inspection equipment and measuring tools to ensure accuracy
• Work closely with welders, fabricators, engineers, and production staff to resolve quality issues efficiently
• Support internal and external quality audits and continuous improvement initiatives
• Contribute to the development and improvement of inspection plans, work instructions, and quality procedures

Qualifications:

• Experience in quality inspection or quality assurance within a metal fabrication or manufacturing environment
• Skilled in using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and coordinate measuring machines (CMM)
• Ability to interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and welding symbols
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems and inspection documentation practices
• Understanding of welding inspection techniques and surface finish standards
• Strong attention to detail with excellent recordkeeping and organizational skills
• High school diploma or equivalent

Desired Qualifications:

• Technical degree or certification in Welding, Quality, or Manufacturing Technology
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or equivalent certification
• Proficiency in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Experience inspecting coatings, surface preparation, and finishing processes
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills for cross-functional collaboration

• Bonus'
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance