Quality Inspector II - Welding & Fabrication

Champion Integrated Building Solutions; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401(K) Matching

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Résumé du poste

Champion Integrated Building Solutions in Houston, TX seeks a Quality Inspector II to lead welding and fabrication quality verification. You will inspect welded components and modular builds, read complex drawings, and ensure conformance to specs while supporting corrective actions.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in quality inspection with welding/fabrication exposure, and familiarity with QMS/ISO standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical education preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and weld symbols.
• Experience in welding/fabrication or modular construction is highly valued.
• Familiarity with inspection methods and quality systems such as QMS/ISO.

Responsabilités

• Inspect fabricated components, welds, and finished products for compliance with drawings and specs.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections to verify fit-up, tolerances, and workmanship.
• Review engineering and fabrication drawings, weld symbols, and material specs.
• Conduct incoming, in-process, and final inspections; document results per QMS.
• Identify nonconformances and support corrective actions; participate in root cause efforts.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent work

Collaboration

Prioritization

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical education / trade school / associate degree in welding or fabrication

Outils

Tape measures

Calipers

Squares

Gauges

Description du poste

POSITION SUMMARY

The Quality Inspector II - Welding & Fabrication performs independent inspection and quality verification activities for fabricated components, structural assemblies, weldments, and finished modular building products. This position serves as the primary quality resource for welding and fabrication operations while supporting electrical, coating, mechanical, and final product inspections as needed. The role identifies nonconformances, verifies compliance with drawings and specifications, supports corrective actions, and helps drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect fabricated components, structural assemblies, welds, and finished products for compliance with drawings, specifications, customer requirements, and quality standards.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections to verify fit-up, weld quality, material condition, tolerances, workmanship, and structural integrity.
• Review engineering drawings, fabrication drawings, weld symbols, material specifications, and inspection requirements.
• Conduct incoming, in-process, and final inspections and document results in accordance with the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Identify, document, and report nonconforming materials, workmanship, or processes; support corrective actions and verify resolution..
• Participate in root cause investigations and continuous improvement activities to reduce defects and improve quality performance.
• Support electrical, coating, mechanical, and final product inspections as needed to meet production and quality objectives.
• Assist with internal audits and support compliance with ISO 9001, UL, TDLR, customer, and applicable regulatory requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in quality inspection, structural steel fabrication, welding, modular construction, or industrial manufacturing; extensive hands‑on welding and fabrication experience strongly preferred.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical education, trade school training, or associate degree in welding, fabrication, manufacturing, construction, or quality inspection preferred.
• Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret fabrication and engineering drawings, dimensions, specifications, and weld symbols; knowledge of fabrication processes, welding practices, dimensional tolerances, inspection methods, and quality systems; proficiency with inspection equipment, including tape measures, calipers, squares, and gauges; and familiarity with root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
• Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail; ability to communicate inspection findings effectively; document quality issues accurately; work independently; collaborate with production personnel; and prioritize inspections in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Licenses and Certifications: AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) preferred; AWS Certified Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI), ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI), ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT), and OSHA 10‑Hour certification are a plus.

BENEFITS

• 401(K) Matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires standing and walking for extended periods in an active fabrication and manufacturing environment. Employees must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach to inspect fabricated components, welds, and assemblies. The role involves using handheld measuring tools and inspection equipment, safely accessing inspection areas around fabrication equipment and production workstations, and working in environments with exposure to noise, welding activities, moving equipment, and varying temperatures. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as required.