Pressure Fabrication Weld Inspector & QC Technician

Torrey Holistics; South Beloit (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrey Holistics is seeking a Pressure Fabrication Weld Inspector & QC Technician to ensure quality on the shop floor. You will confirm fit-up pre-weld, inspect in-process welds, and perform final post-weld verifications, using gauges and weld symbols per WPS and drawings.

Role requires experience in welding or heavy manufacturing, ability to read blueprints, and knowledge of QA procedures; NDT support and strong documentation are expected parts of daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience in welding, fabrication, machining, or heavy manufacturing.
• Read blueprints and interpret weld symbols.
• Knowledge of WPS, inspection methods, and shop QA procedures.
• Comfort with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• English/Spanish bilingual ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Pre-weld: confirm fit-up, alignment, and WPS compliance against current drawings.
• During weld: perform in-process inspections to catch defects early.
• Post-weld: complete final visual inspections and verification.
• Document inspection records and quality documentation.
• Support or perform NDT to validate results.
• Collaborate with production to resolve issues at the point of manufacture.

Skills

Welding knowledge

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

NDT familiarity

Measurement tools

Education

Level I certification

AWS CWI preferred

Job description

Pressure Fabrication Weld Inspector & QC TechnicianAre you the person who can spot a lack of fusion from across the bay?If you instinctively check joint prep, scan for misalignment, and reach for a gauge before you reach for a pen, this QA Technician II role is for you. You’ll be the on-floor champion of quality in a heavy manufacturing environment, with a growth path toward pressure pipe applications.Your challengesPre-weld: confirm fit-up, alignment, and WPS compliance against current drawingsDuring weld: perform in-process inspections to catch defects earlyPost-weld: complete final visual inspections and verificationMeasure precisely using gauges, calipers, and micrometersIdentify, document, and communicate weld defects and quality issuesSupport or perform NDT (MT, PT, UT) to validate resultsCollaborate with production to resolve issues at the point of manufactureMaintain thorough inspection records and quality documentationAdvance continuous improvement initiatives across the shopWhat it takesExperience in welding, fabrication, machining, or heavy manufacturingPrior work inspecting welds or fabricated componentsAbility to read blueprints and interpret weld symbolsKnowledge of WPS, inspection methods, and shop QA proceduresComfort operating in production-driven settingsExposure to AWS, ASME, AWWA, or similar code frameworks is a plusAWS CWI/CAWI or equivalent experience preferredPreferred extras2+ years in QA, QC, or production within pipe manufacturing, precast concrete, or a closely related fieldHands-on background in at least one: concrete/civil, coatings, welding, or NDE/NDTCertification mix: Level I minimum; Level II strongly preferred — ACI Field Test Technician; AWS CWI or CAWI; NDE/NDT MT, PT, RT, UT, or VT (ASNT SNT-TC-1A or NAS 410); NACE/AMPP Coating Inspector; or API 510, 570, or 577Comfort with Microsoft Office, especially ExcelEnglish/Spanish bilingual ability is a plusWhere you’ll apply your skillsQuality inspection fundamentalsProduction welding setupsBlueprint readingShop processes you’ll encounterMIG (GMAW)TIG (GTAW)Stick (SMAW)Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)