Quality Inspector - Welds & Precision QA

Fairbanks Morse, LLC in; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

American Fan in Fairfield, OH, is seeking a Quality Inspector to support inspection of manufactured and purchased components. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality procedures across receipt, in-process, and final inspections.

The successful candidate will review documentation, perform functional tests, and participate in quality audits and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in quality management systems (ISO 9001) and mechanical inspection.
• Experience in welding inspection, forging, casting, fabrication, machining, or assembly of mechanical equipment.
• Ability to qualify as an AWS CWI and VT Level II Inspector.
• Strong multitasking with deadlines and good collaboration.
• Proficient in documenting inspection results and communicating findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Inspect parts and assemblies using measuring and test equipment to verify drawings and instructions.
• Perform visual weld inspections and verify acceptance criteria.
• Review records to ensure conformance with job requirements and customer docs.
• Interpret drawings and provide guidance to manufacturing staff on requirements.
• Conduct testing (leak, permeability, dimensional) per procedures and work instructions.
• Document nonconformances and assist in corrective actions and closeouts.
• Maintain calibration of meters and test equipment and manage calibration recalls.

Skills

Quality management

ISO 9001

Mechanical inspection

Welding inspection

Communication

MS Office

Education

Associate's degree in related field

AWS CWI certification

ASQ/ASNT certifications

Tools

ERP/MRP system

Calipers/Measuring tools

Job description

American Fan in Fairfield, OH, is seeking a Quality Inspector to support inspection of manufactured and purchased components. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality procedures across receipt, in-process, and final inspections.

The successful candidate will review documentation, perform functional tests, and participate in quality audits and continuous improvement activities.