QC Inspector

Schuff Steel Co; Ottawa (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DBM Global is seeking a QC Inspector to inspect welds and dimensional accuracy in shop fabrication, ensuring compliance with drawings, codes, and project specifications. You will record inspection results and coordinate with foremen and customers during inspections.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or equivalent with 3+ years of related experience; AWS-CWI or other certification is preferred. Knowledge of AWS and AISC codes is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with at least 3 years of related experience.
• Completion of a verifiable vocational or training program may substitute for one year of experience.
• AWS-CWI, CAWI, SCWI or CWB preferred; knowledge of AWS and AISC codes is essential.
• Must read structural drawings and interpret codes and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspection of shop fabrication, including final welds.
• Record and maintain in-process and final inspection records for QA and production control.
• Identify and remedy drawing discrepancies with detailers.
• Coordinate with customers' inspectors during inspection phases.
• Inform foremen of defects in fabrication.

Skills

Dimensional inspection

Blueprint reading

Welding codes knowledge

Quality assurance

Metals fabrication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

3+ years related experience

Tools

Tape measure

Weld gauges

Level

Square

Flashlight

Job description

Our Employee Value PropositionCritical to the production process, the QC Inspector inspects and ensures the quality of welds and dimensional accuracy of work performed by production staff. The QC Inspector uses a high degree of proficiency while utilizing full skills of the trade including knowledge of codes and standards to verify that the final product is free of defects and meets the requirements of the contract documents. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each core responsibility satisfactorily.Core ResponsibilitiesPerform a dimensional and visual inspection of shop fabrication, which includes final paint inspections, weld preparations and final welds.Responsible for fabricated materials conforming to drawings, shop standards, specifications and applicable codes. - - Record and maintain in-process and final inspection records for quality assurance and production control.Identify and remedy drawing discrepancies with detailers.Coordinates with customers' inspectors during inspection phases.Inform foremen of defects in fabrication.Assists shop personnel with the interpretation of codes, drawings and specificationsEducation/Training - Work ExperienceHigh School Diploma or equivalent and at least 3 years of related experience.Completion of a verifiable vocational or training program may substitute for one (1) year of experience.Current or prior CAWI, AWS-CWI, SCWI, or CWB in accordance with CSA W178.2 preferred or an individual with training or experience or both in metals fabrication, inspection and testing who is competent to perform the work.Specialized Knowledge – Certificates & LicensesAs outlined in the Core Competencies, an individual must have thorough knowledge and an advanced understanding of each competency outlined above in order to carry out the essential functions of this position. Specialized Knowledge is also required in the following areas:Knowledgeable of dimensional tolerances in accordance with the AISC Code of Standard Practice and AWS Structural Welding Codes.Knowledgeable in requirements for inspection of high-strength bolted connections in accordance with RCSC.Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as Structural Steel Blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Equipment/Tools Knowledge & Skills: may include but not limited to a Tape measure, weld gauges, level, square, & flashlight.Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: AWS-CWI preferred. Knowledge of AWS and AISC codes applicable to steel fabrication and erection. Demonstrated knowledge of various methods of weld testing procedures.DBM Global including its U.S. subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an Affirmative Action Plan*Recruiters* - Resumes submitted without current/valid vendor agreement will become property of DBM Global Inc. Any recruiting/staffing firm or agency wishing to do business with DBM Global must contact the Talent Acquisition Department at [phone]. Recruiting/staffing firms may NOT contact hiring managers directly. Firms that do not honor this request will be removed from consideration.