Weld Quality Inspector — Second Shift (Temp)

ND Defense LLC; West Point (MS); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

ND Defense LLC in West Point, MS, is seeking a Weld Quality Inspector for the Second Shift (6:30 pm - 5:00 am) on a temporary basis from Sept 1 to Dec 31, 2026. The role inspects welds in-process to ensure compliance with customer specs and QA requirements, maintaining inspection notes and records.

Responsibilities include reviewing WPS/PQR/WPQR, completing in-process records, and ensuring AWS/contract criteria are met.

Qualifications

• Current or previous CWI or CWB Level II preferred but not required.
• Able to read and interpret welding symbols on weld drawings.
• 2 years' experience reviewing and interpreting structural steel plans.
• Proficient with weld inspection tools including weld gauges, NDT equipment, and micrometers.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Review welding procedure specifications (WPS) and related records.
• Complete in-process inspection records and monitor repairs of non-conforming welds.
• Ensure welds meet customer and AWS/industry acceptance criteria.
• Develop inspection procedures and coordinate NDT planning.
• Provide training to welders and inspectors per SRP.
• Track defect data and report to QA Manager.
• Verify safety requirements compliance.
• Review contract requirements and vendor compliance.

Skills

CWI certification

Welding symbols interpretation

Quality inspection

Communication

NDT knowledge

Structural steel plans review

Troubleshooting welding issues

Physical stamina

Education

Certificate from welding program

Associate degree preferred

CWI or CWB Level II (preferred)

Tools

Weld gauges

NDT equipment

Micrometers

Job description

ND Defense LLC in West Point, MS, is seeking a Weld Quality Inspector for the Second Shift (6:30 pm - 5:00 am) on a temporary basis from Sept 1 to Dec 31, 2026. The role inspects welds in-process to ensure compliance with customer specs and QA requirements, maintaining inspection notes and records.

Responsibilities include reviewing WPS/PQR/WPQR, completing in-process records, and ensuring AWS/contract criteria are met.