Certified Weld Inspector

Jobtailor; Jackson (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Weld Inspector to join our quality team in Missouri. You will perform visual weld inspections in accordance with AWS standards and customer specifications, and verify weld quality in prototypes and production runs.

Ideal candidates have an AWS CWI, 5+ years in manufacturing, and deep knowledge of MIG/TIG, welding symbols, GD&T, and precision inspection tools. You will collaborate across departments and support audits, PPAP, and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Current AWS CWI certification required.
• Minimum 5 years weld inspection experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), resistance welding, and robotic welding processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, and GD&T.
• Experience using precision inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, gauges, height gauges).
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual weld inspections per AWS standards, customer specs, and drawings.
• Verify weld quality through prototype and production manufacturing.
• Interpret welding symbols, blueprints, GD&T, and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with AWS D1.1, AWS D17.1, and aerospace requirements.
• Review WPS, PQR, and WPQ documents; support PPAP and FAIR tasks.
• Conduct first article, in-process, and final inspections; maintain quality records.

Skills

AWS CWI certification

Weld inspection experience

GMAW (MIG) and GTAW (TIG) knowledge

Read drawings & GD&T

Inspection equipment proficiency

Documentation skills

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Analytical problem solving

Independent cross-department work

Communication skills

Aerospace experience preferred

AS9100/NADCAP knowledge

Tools

MS Office

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Height Gauges

Job description

• • Perform visual weld inspections in accordance with AWS standards, customer specifications, and engineering drawings
• • Verify weld quality throughout prototype and production manufacturing
• • Interpret welding symbols, blueprints, GD&T, and engineering specifications
• • Ensure compliance with AWS D1.1, AWS D17.1, customer specifications, and internal procedures
• • Review weld procedures (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ)
• • Conduct first article, in-process, and final acceptance inspections
• • Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records
• • Support root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
• • Collaborate with Welding Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Production, and Quality teams to resolve weld-related issues
• • Assist with customer audits, internal audits, and supplier quality activities
• • Verify calibration status of inspection equipment and maintain compliance with quality system requirements
• • Support PPAP, FAIR, and customer documentation as required

Requirements

• Current AWS Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) certification
• Minimum 5 years of weld inspection experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), resistance welding, and robotic welding processes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, and GD&T
• Experience using precision inspection equipment including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and height gauges
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments
• Professional communication skills with internal teams and customers
• Aerospace manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience working in an AS9100 and/or NADCAP environment preferred
• Familiarity with AWS D17.1, AWS D1.1, ISO 9001, and aerospace quality requirements preferred
• Experience with First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) to AS9102 preferred
• Non-Destructive Testing (VT, PT, MT, UT) certifications are a plus
• Knowledge of metallurgy, weld discontinuities, and failure analysis preferred
• Experience supporting customer audits from aerospace or defense OEMs preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in visual weld inspections, ensuring compliance with AWS standards and customer specifications. Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings and welding symbols, with strong analytical skills to support quality assurance in aerospace manufacturing.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• AWS Certified Weld Inspector (CWI)
• Weld Inspection Experience
• GMAW (MIG) and GTAW (TIG) Processes
• Precision Inspection Equipment
• Aerospace Manufacturing Experience

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Visual Weld Inspections
• Weld Procedure Review
• First Article Inspection
• Welding Symbols Interpretation
• GD&T Knowledge
• Weld Quality Verification
• Root Cause Analysis
• Documentation Skills
• Metallurgy Knowledge
• Non-Destructive Testing (VT, PT, MT, UT)

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Analytical Problem-Solving
• Collaboration Across Departments
• Independent Work Ability

Certifications & Qualifications

• AWS Certified Weld Inspector (CWI)
• Non-Destructive Testing Certifications

Industry Keywords

• AWS D1.1
• AWS D17.1
• AS9100
• NADCAP
• ISO 9001
• Aerospace Quality Requirements
• First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR)
• Welding Engineering
• Manufacturing Environment
• Weld Discontinuities

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Calipers
• Micrometers
• Gauges
• Height Gauges