Structural Steel QC Technician: Inspections & Documentation

PDM; Carlisle (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

PDM is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to inspect structural steel parts and assemblies during pre- and post-fabrication. You will maintain formal documentation of quality occurrences for improvement and training.

The role emphasizes safety, accountability, and continuous improvement while collaborating with management and production teams to ensure high product quality and reliable processes.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in a technical field or higher preferred but not required.
• Two+ years in the structural steel industry or related welding/fabrication sector.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and perform quality inspections.

Responsibilities

• Learn and promote safety policies and procedures.
• Assist in transforming shop floor culture toward continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate reliability through attendance and accountability.
• Promote a positive workplace culture.
• Master documentation of Quality Control testing and inspection records.
• Read and interpret shop drawings accurately.
• Perform housekeeping and apply 5S methodology.
• Mark products with visual identifications per QC documentation.
• Document pre- and post-fabrication inspections and calibration tests.
• Inform management of nonconformities and equipment issues.
• Collaborate with management to ensure QC duties are performed.
• Work with production to meet and exceed product quality.
• Support safety and production programs.

Skills

Basic math

Computer skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Stand/walk for long periods

Education

Associate degree in a technical field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

PDM is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to inspect structural steel parts and assemblies during pre- and post-fabrication. You will maintain formal documentation of quality occurrences for improvement and training.

The role emphasizes safety, accountability, and continuous improvement while collaborating with management and production teams to ensure high product quality and reliable processes.