QA Associate (COL)

The available sources do not contain information about the verified current official company name.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown Company in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a detail‑oriented Quality Inspector to inspect fabricated products, read blueprints, and verify dimensions and workmanship.

You will use tape measures, calipers, gauges, and squares, document findings, and collaborate with fabrication teams to resolve issues before shipment. This is a full‑time position in the construction industry with opportunities to contribute to QA processes.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting fabrication or manufacturing products.
• Ability to read blueprints, shop drawings, and cut lists.
• Proficiency using basic measuring tools.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Able to collaborate cross-functionally to resolve quality issues.
• Exposure to quality control procedures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect fabricated products for dimensions, hole locations, cuts, welds, finishes, and overall workmanship.
• Read blueprints, shop drawings, and cut lists to confirm completed products match what was ordered.
• Perform in-process and final inspections prior to packaging/shipping.
• Use measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, gauges, squares) to confirm quality standards.
• Identify and document non-conforming material or fabrication errors.
• Partner with fabrication teams and supervisors to correct quality issues before shipment.
• Verify incoming materials meet specifications and are not damaged.
• Maintain inspection records, QA checklists, and job documentation.
• Assist in investigating customer complaints/returns or incorrectly fabricated materials to determine root cause.
• Ensure products are properly labeled, packaged, and matched to the correct project/order.
• Support quality procedures and continuous improvement efforts (especially recurring fabrication/shipping errors).
• Coordinate with Project Managers, fabrication, warehouse, and shipping teams to ensure accurate deliveries.

Skills

Blueprints

Measuring tools

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Tools

Calipers

Tape measure

Gauges

Squares

Job description

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Responsibilities

• Inspect fabricated products for dimensions, hole locations, cuts, welds, finishes, and overall workmanship
• Read blueprints, shop drawings, and cut lists to confirm completed products match what was ordered
• Perform in-process and final inspections prior to packaging/shipping
• Use measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, gauges, squares) to confirm quality standards
• Identify and document non-conforming material or fabrication errors
• Partner with fabrication teams and supervisors to correct quality issues before shipment
• Verify incoming materials meet specifications and are not damaged
• Maintain inspection records, QA checklists, and job documentation
• Assist in investigating customer complaints/returns or incorrectly fabricated materials to determine root cause
• Ensure products are properly labeled, packaged, and matched to the correct project/order
• Support quality procedures and continuous improvement efforts (especially recurring fabrication/shipping errors)
• Coordinate with Project Managers, fabrication, warehouse, and shipping teams to ensure accurate deliveries

Requirements

• Experience inspecting fabrication or manufacturing products (construction-related experience preferred)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and cut lists
• Proficiency using basic measuring tools (tape measure, calipers, gauges, squares)
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
• Able to collaborate cross-functionally to resolve quality issues
• Exposure to quality control procedures and continuous improvement is a plus

Compensation

• $50,000–$60,000/year(based on experience)

Additional Details

This is a full-time position within the construction industry, with opportunities to contribute to quality assurance processes and work alongside a dedicated team.