Quality Assurance Inspector - Pueblo, Co.

Rocky Mountain Steel Mills; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages & bonuses

Medical/dental/prescription coverage

Disability programs

Retirement plans

FSAs HSAs

Life Insurance options

Paid vacation & holidays

Career advancement

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. in the United States is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to verify product conformance to Rocky Mountain Steel Mills standards and customer specs using non-destructive testing, gauges, and visual inspection.

You will prepare samples, interpret measurements with micrometers and hardness testers, and ensure safety as a priority while supporting mill operations. The role requires understanding of manufacturing processes, ability to read process sheets, and

Qualifications

• Understand basic manufacturing processes and familiarity with heavy industry or mining.
• Ability to read precision measurement tools (gauges, micrometers) and perform basic math.
• Qualified Level I NDT background preferred.
• Quality control experience in metallurgical environments; ISO standards knowledge.
• Associate degree preferred; may require a basic skills test without degree.
• Ability to operate power/hand tools and machinery safely.

Responsibilities

• Measure and visually inspect against process sheets and specs.
• Audit and record product and equipment data.
• Review customer order requirements on process sheets.
• Operate grinders, gauges, mobile equipment, and robotics as needed.
• Assist operators in changeovers.
• Reject and sort nonconforming product.

Skills

Quality control

NDT basics

Gauges & micrometers

Mathematical calculations

Safety awareness

Education

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Gauges

Micrometers

Hardness testers

Tensile testers

Job description

At CF&I Steel, L.P., our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

Job Responsibilities

As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will verify product conformance to Rocky Mountain Steel Mills standard requirements and customer specifications using non-destructive testing methods, gauges, and visual inspection. You will investigate routine metallurgical problems, determine compliance with specifications and evaluate products utilizing microscope, hardness, and tensile machines. You will prepare samples using lathes grinders, cut-off machines, power saws, drill presses, milling and turning machines, polishing equipment, and measuring tools. You will work with various measuring devices, hand tools, materials, supplies, equipment, and necessary safety equipment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high regard for safety.

• Measure and visually inspect for adherence to process sheets, standard practices and specifications
• Verify, audit, identify and record product and equipment
• Review process sheets for customer order requirements
• Operates all equipment needed to complete the job which may include grinders, cutting torch, gauges, mobile equipment, and robotics
• Assist operators in change overs
• Reject, determine, disposition, sort and identify product
• Prepare necessary reports, records and counts for traceability and inventory purpose
• Keeps work area and equipment clean and orderly
• Perform duties as needed in keeping mill operational, including routine maintenance and assists Maintenance personnel
• Adhere to all appropriate Standard Operating Procedures
• Utilize necessary safety equipment and observe all safety rules and lock out procedures

Job Requirements

• Possess an understanding of the basic manufacturing process and familiarity with heavy industry, manufacturing, or mining; or a closely related field
• Competent in manipulating numbers, quantities, shapes and spaces; able to take simple measurements and perform basic mathematical operations (e.g., addition, subtraction, division, decimals, fractions)
• Ability to accurately read precision measurement tools, experience with gauges, micrometers, NDT flaw detectors and machine shop equipment
• Qualified Level I non-destructive testing background or equivalent preferred
• Quality control experience in a manufacturing and metallurgical background; knowledge of ISO standards, preferred
• Associate degree is preferred, but not required. Applicants without an associate degree will be required to complete a short basic skills test to ensure readiness for the position.
• Must meet and maintain Inspector entry level qualifications concerning literacy, experience, training, testing, courses and certification
• Ability to safely and appropriately operate, power and hand tools, machinery, and mobile equipment; 12 months experience preferred
• Obtain and maintain safety and equipment certifications, as required
• Ability to convey and understand information effectively and safely, including speaking over a public address system
• Ability to work in both inside and outside environmental conditions, with exposure to elevated noise levels, extreme heat and cold, physical hazards - close proximity to moving parts, hot surfaces, pinch points, sparks, sharp edges, high pressure air, oxygen and gas lines (atmospheric conditions may require the use of a respirator)
• Must be able to work in a physically demanding manufacturing environment, which will include but not be limited to repetition, climbing, kneeling, standing, crawling, consistent exertion of forces up to 50 pounds or more
• Valid driver’s license preferred – required for certain positions within the scope of Quality Assurance
• Must be willing to work varied shifts (3 shift rotation) and any days of the week
• Must be 18 years of age
• Qualified Candidates will be required to demonstrate proficiency through testing

#TAH

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified, and shall not be constructed as a detailed description of all of the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Compensation

• $28.35 per hour
• Shift differential

Open & Closing Dates: 09/10/2026 - 10/10/2026

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
• Short and long term disability programs
• Competitive retirement plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail] or call: [phone]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!