Assistant Quality Control Inspector — Structural Steel

Alamosteel; Waco, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamo Structural Steel, LLC in Texas is seeking an Assistant Quality Control Inspector to ensure all fabricated structural and miscellaneous steel components meet project specifications, customer requirements, applicable codes, and company quality standards.

The role collaborates with shop personnel, project managers, welders, fitters, and field crews to verify quality during fabrication and before shipment; requires attention to detail, strong reading of drawings, and demonstrated experience in

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in structural steel fabrication, welding, or quality control.
• Ability to read and interpret structural steel shop drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding of fabrication processes, including: Fitting, Welding, Cutting, Drilling, Assembly.
• Knowledge of AWS welding symbols and inspection requirements.
• Proficient with tape measures, levels, squares, and inspection tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections of fabricated structural and miscellaneous steel components.
• Verify dimensions, hole locations, fit-up, weld quality, camber, and assembly accuracy against final fabrication drawings.
• Ensure materials match fabrication drawings, material test reports (MTRs), and project specifications.
• Inspect incoming materials for damage, correct grade, and compliance with purchase orders.
• Conduct visual weld inspections in accordance with applicable AWS standards.
• Verify proper weld sizes, lengths, locations, and welding procedures are being followed.
• Ensure fabricated assemblies meet customer and contract requirements before shipment.
• Maintain quality inspection records and reports.
• Track and document non-conformance reports (NCRs).
• Create punch lists and coordinate corrective actions with production personnel.
• Review shop drawings, specifications for quality requirements.
• Maintain weld logs, inspection reports, calibration records, and material traceability documentation.
• Assist with customer audits and third-party inspections.
• Identify quality concerns and recommend corrective actions.
• Work with fabrication leads and supervisors to improve production quality and efficiency.
• Monitor recurring defects and implement preventative measures.
• Assist in developing and updating quality control procedures and checklists.
• Promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement throughout the shop.
• Ensure compliance with AWS D1.1, AISC, project requirements, and company procedures.

Skills

Reading shop drawings

Fabrication processes knowledge

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Effective communication

Tools

Tekla

Job description

Alamo Structural Steel, LLC in Texas is seeking an Assistant Quality Control Inspector to ensure all fabricated structural and miscellaneous steel components meet project specifications, customer requirements, applicable codes, and company quality standards.

The role collaborates with shop personnel, project managers, welders, fitters, and field crews to verify quality during fabrication and before shipment; requires attention to detail, strong reading of drawings, and demonstrated experience in