Quality Assurance Technician

Cornerstone Building Brands; Ballinger (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid holidays

401k

Training programs

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands in Ballinger, TX is seeking a QA Inspector/Welder Inspector to perform IAS-compliant inspections, UT testing, and blueprint reviews to ensure parts meet IAS standards.

You will coach fitters and welders, monitor processes, and document inspections while upholding safety and quality. A HS diploma and ability to read blueprints are required, with forklift/crane certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Fast-paced environment experience
• Effective communication abilities
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and handle heavy items
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
• Understanding of metal fabrication practices and techniques
• Familiarity with quality assurance best practices

Responsibilities

• Administer welding tests including ultrasonic testing of welds
• Coach and train fitters and welders to improve technique
• Monitor shop fabrication processes for standards compliance
• Inspect prefab shop fittings and welding for quality control
• Document inspections to IAS standards
• Perform non-destructive testing and ensure IAS conformance
• Conduct blueprint reviews for accuracy and error-free orders
• Support continuous process improvements and efficiency

Skills

Pace

Communication

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Technical skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Blueprints/schematics reading

Forklift/crane certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Base pay rate is $22.00 per hour

Perform inspection for IAS certified parts to include but not limited to part fit, weld quality and IAS documentation of each phase.Must be able to ultrasonically test (UT) welds via non-destructive testing.Read and evaluate detail drawings and apply the drawings real world parts.The understanding and knowledge or how to see and correct errors on Prefab parts to conform to IAS standards.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer welding tests including ultrasonic testing of welds.
• Assist, coach, and train fitters and welders to improve their knowledge, techniques and procedures.
• Monitor shop fabrication processes and employee behaviors for compliance with required standards and the accreditation program.
• Inspect fitting and welding work in the prefab shop to ensure quality control.
• Provide and ensure customer-focused activities, deliverables and services.
• Manage daily activities resulting in continuous efficiency and process improvements.
• Conduct specification and blueprint reviews to ensure accuracy and error-free orders.
• Provide recommendations to internal support Departments to correct errors and improve efficiency.
• Conduct quality checks for out-going prefab buildings to ensure all pieces are present and conform to IAS standards.
• Inspect incoming raw material to ensure conformance with engineering and IAS specifications.
• Perform random checks on fabricated parts to check for out of tolerance products.
• Provide instruction and coaching to educate Fitter / Welders on corrective measures pertaining to pre-fabrication processes.
• Document inspections to comply with IAS standards.
• Perform non-destructive testing of welds and document to IAS standards
• Perform work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Pace – Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication – Effective communication abilities.
• Physical Stamina – Ability to lift and move heavy items, often requiring the use of equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Attention to Detail – Ensuring quality review work is accurate.
• Organizational Skills – Efficiently organizing work methods and maintaining a clean workspace.
• Teamwork – Collaborating with others to ensure smooth operations.
• Technical Skills – Familiarity with quality assurance best practices.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• The ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics is preferred.
• Ability to understand building specifications, drafting details and have a thorough knowledge of metal fabrication practices and techniques is preferred.
• Ability to correctly read measurement tools such as tape measure, framing square, T-square and gauges is required.
• Must be able to become certified to operate a forklift vehicle and overhead crane.
• A combination of education and experience may be qualifying.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting Capacity – Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Mobility – Prolonged periods of time on feet, standing, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, carrying, grasping, reaching, stooping, crouching, etc.
• Exposure – Moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and non-climate-controlled environment.
• Noise Tolerance – High noise levels.

Additional Information

Site Address:1913 Hutchings Ave. Ballinger, TX 76821

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

• Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1.
• Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster herealong with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here.If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action planfor protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.