Weld Inspector

Fidelity Manufacturing; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays and Sick Time

Career advancement and bonus opportuni

Fun Events!

Paid vacation days

401K

Learning and Development

Profit sharing

Job summary

Fidelity Manufacturing in Ocala, FL is hiring a Weld Inspector to perform visual inspections on steel and aluminum welds, conduct NDT testing, and maintain detailed records. The role supports certification continuity, calibration of measuring tools, and quality improvements across production teams.

Ideal candidates have five years of welding inspection experience, knowledge of D1.1/D1.2 codes, and strong teamwork to drive defects to root cause with data-driven actions.

Qualifications

• Five years related experience in welding inspections or equivalent.
• Familiarity with D1.1 and D1.2 codes and practices.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual and measurable inspections on steel and aluminum welds.
• Carry out leak and dye-penetrant testing as required.
• Document all paperwork accurately and timely.
• Certify/re-certify welders per D1.1 or D1.2 as needed.
• Suggest improvements and train others on best practices.
• Investigate quality issues and report root causes to teams.
• Ensure calibration of weld and measuring equipment.

Skills

Welding inspection

NDT testing

Documentation

Quality assurance

Team collaboration

Job description

Description

Job Title: Weld Inspector

Location: Ocala, FL

Full Time: Yes

Employee Perks

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Sick Time
• Career advancement and bonus opportunities
• Fun Events!
• Paid vacation days
• 401K
• Learning and Development
• Profit sharing

About Us

FIDELITY MANUFACTURING is part of the backup Power Generation Industry. We design and build back up power packages (to include tanks and enclosures) for large and small health, industrial, and technology-oriented businesses that cannot have a power lapse at any time.

Position Summary

The Weld Inspector performs all visual weld inspections on both steel and aluminum products. As well as conducts various NDT process in accordance with D1.1 and UL Standards. Responsible for maintenance of various records such as: welder certification continuity log, calibrated tools/machines, and nonconformance’s.

Weld Inspector Responsibilities/Functions to Include, But Not Limited To:

• Perform visual and measurable inspections on products in steel and aluminum weld departments
• Perform weld specific testing such as leak (pressure & vacuum) testing, and Dye-penetrate testing.
• Document all paperwork accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
• Aid in or certify/re-certify welders in accordance to D1.1 or D1.2 code.
• Recommend improvements and train to industry best practices
• Investigate product complaints and reported quality issues to identify and report reoccurring issues, root cause, and corrective action to management and product development teams
• Develop or update company inspection and test procedures to ensure capture, investigation, and proper documentation
• Provide training and support to quality & production team members, focusing on systems, policies, procedures, and core processes
• Ensure calibration of all weld and measuring equipment
• And any other task as deemed appropriate by the Director of Quality.

Desired Characteristics

• Five years related experience and/or training in welding or weld inspections, or equivalent combination of education and experience for Steel & Aluminum
• Understanding of D1.1 or D1.2 code and practices.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Familiar with Quality Inspections, tools, & problem solving
• Able to make decisions based on experience and available data
• Require minimal supervision to plan and schedule workload
• Interacts with organizational team members and supervisors from all departments in a professional manner
• Work to continuously improve the operations of the department through lean activities and improvement suggestions.
• Willing and able to work flexible hours

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of testing best practices and defect management processes
• Ability to analyze current processes, collect data/information, analyze data, suggest improvement, and present supporting data/information to justify change.
• Detail oriented
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to interpret specifications, blueprints, and work instructions
• Ability to use all measuring tools

Equipment/Machinery Used

Measuring tools, welding equipment, ladders, hand tools, computer tablets and brake press

Physical Requirement & Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand and/or sit for long periods of time; walk on non-forgiving surfaces such as concrete, wood, and metal (to include metal or fiberglass ramps placed on 30 degree angles); climb stairs, balance, climb, stoop, crouch, and crawl; walk on hilly and uneven ground; use hands to handle and feel; reach with hands; lift push, pull, and/or move more than 20 lbs. without a mechanical aid; and communicate with others. Work environment isa manufacturing warehouse atmosphere with extreme temperature changes, loud noises and machinery with moving parts. Work environment could also involve some outside exposure. May be exposed to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, smoke (Not over OSHA Permissible Exposure Levels).

Acknowledgment

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employee assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the job. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by the company. All requirements are subject to change over time and to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.