QA/QC Inspector

Trinity Employment; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Employment Specialists seeks a QA/QC Inspector for a full‑time position in Beaumont, TX. The role supports quality assurance throughout manufacturing, performing inspections and verifying compliance with customer specs and applicable codes.

You will coordinate with Production, Engineering, Welding, NDE, and Project Management teams to resolve quality concerns. The ideal candidate has industrial fabrication experience and a solid understanding of ASME requirements, welding, inspection and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• QA/QC inspection or industrial fabrication experience.
• Read blueprints, drawings, weld symbols and specs.
• Knowledge of ASME VIII and TEMA.
• Welding processes, WPS/PQR, weld quality standards.
• Dimensional inspection and precision measuring tools.
• NDE methods and inspection documentation.
• Attention to detail, communication, and organization.
• Work independently and in a team.
• Safety, quality and customer requirements.
• CWI certification and NDE qualifications preferred.
• Experience with heat exchangers or pressure vessels preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections to verify drawings, specs and codes.
• Conduct dimensional layouts with precision measuring tools.
• Review blueprints, weld procedures and project docs.
• Inspect welds and fabricated components for quality.
• Execute NDE processes (LPT, WFMT, radiography) as qualified.
• Coordinate NDE activities and review reports.
• Verify inspection records and quality documentation.
• Identify, document and report defects and nonconformances.
• Assist with corrective actions and follow-up.
• Maintain inspection reports and quality records.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering and Welding teams.
• Support visits from customers and third parties.

Skills

Blueprint reading

ASME VIII/TEMA

Welding inspection

NDE methods

Inspection documentation

Detail oriented

Team communication

Safety focus

Education

High school diploma

Job description

QA/QC Inspector Pay: Based on Experience

Schedule: Full-Time

Job Type: Full-Time

Must-Have Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous QA/QC inspection or industrial fabrication experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, fabrication drawings, weld symbols, and specifications.
• Working knowledge of ASME Section VIII and TEMA requirements.
• Knowledge of welding processes, WPS, PQR, and weld quality standards.
• Experience with dimensional inspections and precision measuring equipment.
• Understanding of NDE methods and inspection documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and customer requirements.
• CWI certification and NDE qualifications preferred.
• Experience with heat exchangers, pressure vessels, or similar equipment preferred.

Position Summary

The QA/QC Inspector supports quality assurance and quality control throughout the manufacturing process. Responsibilities include performing inspections, verifying compliance with customer specifications and applicable codes, reviewing quality documentation, identifying quality concerns, and coordinating with Production, Engineering, Welding, NDE, and Project Management teams. The ideal candidate has industrial fabrication experience and a strong understanding of ASME requirements, welding, inspection, and NDE processes.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Promote a safety-first culture and follow all safety requirements.
• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Conduct dimensional layout inspections using precision measuring equipment.
• Review blueprints, drawings, weld procedures, and project documentation.
• Inspect welds, fabricated components, and assemblies for quality and compliance.
• Perform NDE processes, including liquid penetrant testing (LPT), wet fluorescent magnetic particle testing (WFMT), and radiographic film interpretation, as qualified.
• Coordinate NDE activities and review results and reports.
• Verify inspection records, test results, and required quality documentation.
• Identify, document, and report defects, nonconformances, and quality concerns.
• Assist with corrective actions and follow up to ensure issues are resolved.
• Maintain accurate inspection reports and quality records.
• Work with Production, Engineering, Welding, Purchasing, and Project Management to resolve quality issues.
• Assist with customer, third-party, and authorized inspector visits.
• Ensure fabrication complies with ASME Section VIII, TEMA, and customer requirements.
• Support continuous improvement and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Heavy industrial manufacturing and fabrication shop environment.
• Combination of office and shop-floor work.
• Exposure to noise, welding fumes, grinding dust, machinery, sparks, and other industrial conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and use inspection equipment.
• Ability to closely inspect parts, welds, drawings, and documentation.
• Ability to regularly lift 10–25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• May require overtime or varying shifts based on production needs.
• Must wear required PPE and follow safety procedures.

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