Structural Steel Quality Inspector

Qualdoc; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualdoc in Cocoa Beach, FL is seeking a Structural Steel Quality Inspector for a contract-to-hire role on the 2nd shift. You will inspect fabricated structural steel components, verify dimensions against shop drawings, and document quality issues to ensure compliance with AWS D1.1 and D1.5 standards.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in steel layout and fabrication, can read drawings, and maintains strict attention to detail in a shop environment. AWS D1.1/D1.5 certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in steel layout and fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, construction drawings, and shop prints.
• Experience inspecting fabricated structural steel components preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• AWS welding certification in D1.1 and/or D1.5 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document daily inspections of fabricated steel in an AISC-certified facility.
• Inspect structural steel components for compliance with shop drawings, dimensions, and specifications.
• Verify part placement, layout, and dimensional accuracy.
• Complete in-process and final quality inspections.
• Identify, document, and follow up on nonconforming materials or workmanship.
• Support annual AISC quality control audits.
• Work with production personnel to resolve inspection findings and improve product quality.
• Follow established inspection procedures and quality standards, including applicable AWS D1.1 and D1.5 requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading fabrication drawings

Quality-focused

Collaboration with production

Education

3–5 years in steel layout and fabrication

Ability to read fabrication drawings and shop prints

Tools

AWS D1.1/D1.5 knowledge

Job description

Structural Steel Quality Inspector

Location: Cocoa Beach, FL
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shift: 2nd Shift
Starting Pay: $28/hour; higher depending on experience
Shift Differential: Additional $3.00/hour night differential

Position Overview

We are hiring a Quality Inspector to check structural steel components throughout the fabrication process. This role involves verifying dimensions, reviewing shop drawings, documenting quality issues, and ensuring finished materials meet required specifications and industry standards.

The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience with steel layout, fabrication, and inspection and is comfortable working in a shop‑based manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document daily inspections of fabricated steel in an AISC-certified facility.

• Inspect structural steel components for compliance with shop drawings, dimensions, and specifications.

• Verify part placement, layout, and dimensional accuracy.

• Complete in-process and final quality inspections.

• Identify, document, and follow up on nonconforming materials or workmanship.

• Support annual AISC quality control audits.

• Work with production personnel to resolve inspection findings and improve product quality.

• Follow established inspection procedures and quality standards, including applicable AWS D1.1 and D1.5 requirements.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in steel layout and fabrication.

• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, construction drawings, and shop prints.

• Experience inspecting fabricated structural steel components strongly preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• AWS welding certification in D1.1 and/or D1.5 preferred.

Pay and Opportunity

• Starting pay of $28/hour, with higher pay available depending on experience.

• Additional $3.00/hour night shift differential.

• Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long‑term employment.

• Opportunity to develop your skills in a structural steel fabrication environment.

Work Environment: This is a shop‑based position with no travel required. Candidates transitioning from traveling inspection or contractor roles should be comfortable moving into a permanent, facility‑based position.