Structural Steel Quality Control Inspector

Cannonball Recruiting LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Disability保险

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) with Employer Match and 100% IM

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Cannonball Recruiting LLC is seeking a Structural Steel Quality Control Inspector to perform in-process and final inspections of fabricated structural steel, ensuring compliance with shop drawings, customer specifications, and industry standards while supporting the company’s AISC-certified quality management system.

The role requires 3–5 years in structural steel fabrication or QC, ability to read fabrication drawings, strong attention to detail, and good communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3-5 years of experience in structural steel fabrication, layout, or quality inspection required.
• Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication processes.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication and construction drawings.
• Experience inspecting fabricated steel components for dimensional accuracy and quality.
• Welding Certification in AWS D1.1 and/or D1.5 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily quality inspections of fabricated structural steel in an AISC-certified fabrication facility.
• Inspect fabricated material to ensure compliance with shop drawings, customer specifications, and quality standards.
• Conduct both in-process and final inspections, verifying dimensional layout, fit-up, and placement of parts.
• Identify, document, and communicate non-conformances in accordance with AWS D1.1 and D1.5 standards.
• Collaborate with production teams to resolve quality concerns and ensure timely completion of fabrication work.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation.
• Participate in annual AISC Quality Control audits and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote and uphold quality standards while ensuring compliance with company safety policies.

Skills

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AWS D1.1/D1.5 Certification

Job description

Structural Steel Quality Control Inspector

Pay: $31-38/hr. (depending on experience)

Shift: 1st shift (Monday-Friday) with overtime on Saturdays

Job Summary

The Structural Steel Quality Control Inspector is responsible for performing in-process and final inspections of fabricated structural steel to ensure compliance with shop drawings, customer specifications, and applicable industry standards. This role plays a critical part in maintaining quality throughout the fabrication process while supporting the company's AISC-certified quality management system. Highly experienced structural steel fitter/fabricators with strong quality inspection experience are also encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3-5 years of experience in structural steel fabrication, layout, or quality inspection required
• Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication processes
• Ability to accurately read and interpret fabrication and construction drawings
• Experience inspecting fabricated steel components for dimensional accuracy and quality
• Welding Certification in AWS D1.1 and/or D1.5 preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with production teams

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform daily quality inspections of fabricated structural steel in an AISC-certified fabrication facility
• Inspect fabricated material to ensure compliance with shop drawings, customer specifications, and quality standards
• Conduct both in-process and final inspections, verifying dimensional layout, fit-up, and placement of parts
• Identify, document, and communicate non-conformances in accordance with AWS D1.1 and D1.5 standards
• Collaborate with production teams to resolve quality concerns and ensure timely completion of fabrication work
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation
• Participate in annual AISC Quality Control audits and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Promote and uphold quality standards while ensuring compliance with company safety policies

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Employer Match and 100% Immediate Vesting
• Weekly Pay

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.