Quality Control Specialist

Actalent; Kentucky; On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Actalent in Columbus, OH is seeking an entry‑level Quality Control Inspector to review HVAC and plumbing fabrication in a shop environment. You will verify drawings, inspect pre‑shipment components, and document nonconformities as part of project quality control for healthcare, education and large commercial builds.

On‑site, contract to hire, you’ll gain hands‑on experience with a mechanical contractor, using tape measures and standard inspection practices to ensure dimensional accuracy and

Qualifications

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings for HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Understand fabrication drawings and how they translate to components.
• Familiarity with HVAC systems, design, and inspection practices.
• Basic sheet metal design and assembly knowledge.
• Basic mechanical inspection skills and dimensional checks.
• Able to read a tape measure accurately in a fabrication environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Interest in working for a mechanical contractor and in a fabrication shop.
• Exposure to commercial HVAC engineering concepts a plus.
• Familiarity with plumbing design for buildings a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review shop drawings in the fabrication shop to verify proper fabrication per drawings.
• Inspect mechanical and plumbing systems in the fabrication shop prior to shipment to job sites.
• Conduct audits to confirm compliance with specifications and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with fabrication team to guide methods for HVAC and mechanical systems.
• Use tape measures to confirm dimensions and tolerances on fabricated components.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying issues and communicating corrective actions.
• Maintain clear documentation of inspections, audits, and nonconformities.

Skills

Reading drawings

Fabrication drawings

HVAC knowledge

Sheet metal

Inspection basics

Tape measure

High school diploma

Interest in shop

HVAC concepts

Plumbing design

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Job Description: Training will be provided

The Quality Control inspector will work on-site in a fabrication shop, reviewing and inspecting mechanical and plumbing systems for building projects. This role focuses on ensuring that HVAC and plumbing systems are accurately fabricated and assembled according to construction and fabrication drawings. It offers an excellent opportunity for an entry‑level engineer to gain hands‑on experience with a mechanical contractor and contribute to healthcare, education, data center, and large commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Review shop drawings in the fabrication shop to verify that mechanical systems, including plumbing and HVAC, are fabricated, built, and assembled correctly according to construction and fabrication drawings.
• Inspect mechanical and plumbing systems in the fabrication shop prior to shipment to job sites to ensure they meet design and quality standards.
• Conduct audits of fabricated mechanical and plumbing systems to confirm compliance with specifications and quality requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the fabrication team to provide guidance on proper methods for building HVAC and mechanical systems.
• Use measuring tools, such as tape measures, to confirm dimensions and tolerances on fabricated components.
• Support continuous improvement of fabrication and assembly processes by identifying issues and communicating corrective actions.
• Maintain clear documentation of inspections, audits, and any identified nonconformities to support project quality control.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings for HVAC and plumbing systems in buildings.
• Understanding of fabrication drawings and how they translate into fabricated components and assemblies.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, HVAC design, and HVAC inspection practices.
• Experience or familiarity with sheet metal design and sheet metal assembly for mechanical systems.
• Basic mechanical inspection skills, including verification of dimensions and assembly accuracy.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately and apply measurements in a fabrication environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Interest in working for a mechanical contractor and in a fabrication shop environment.
• Exposure to commercial HVAC engineering and mechanical engineering concepts is a plus
• Familiarity with plumbing systems and plumbing design for building projects is a plus

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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