WELD QUALITY SPECIALIST

Custom Truck One Source, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Custom Truck One Source, Inc. in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Welding Quality Specialist to serve as the technical authority for the welding program and ensure compliance with AWS D1.1.

The role includes developing, qualifying, and maintaining WPS/PQR, and exercising independent judgment on welding procedures. The specialist will collaborate with Production, Engineering and Quality leadership to drive scalable, compliant fabrication practices, oversee visual inspections, and coordinate NDT

Qualifications

• 5+ years structural welding experience.
• Experience developing or qualifying WPS/PQR.
• Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1.
• Blueprint, weld symbol and GD&T proficiency.
• Active CWI preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Own and govern the company welding program and records.
• Interpret AWS D1.1 and approve welding procedures.
• Lead welding governance and internal compliance audits.
• Coordinate NDT activities and review acceptance criteria.
• Train welders and inspectors on WPS adherence.

Skills

Welding experience

CWI familiarity

Blueprint & GD&T

AWS D1.1 knowledge

WPS/PQR development

Job description

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WELD QUALITY SPECIALIST

MFG Full Time Non-Exempt [Hourly] Technical Kansas City, MO, US

Welding Quality Specialist

CWI- Preferred NOT Required.

Job Description

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Welding Quality Specialist (CWI/Preferred) to serve as the technical authority and owner of the company’s welding program. This role is responsible for establishing, governing, and maintaining welding standards in accordance with AWS D1.1. The position exercises independent judgment in interpreting code requirements, approving welding procedures, and making decisions that materially impact compliance, liability, and operational direction.

The Welding Quality Specialist will focus primarily on welding governance, systems development, and program oversight while partnering with Production, Engineering, and Quality leadership to ensure scalable, compliant fabrication practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Own and govern the company’s welding program, including development, qualification, and revision control of WPS, PQR, and welder qualification records
• Exercise independent authority to interpret and apply AWS D1.1 requirements and approve or reject welding procedures and practices
• Make technical decisions impacting structural compliance, regulatory adherence, and operational risk
• Lead welding program governance, documentation systems, and internal compliance audits
• Establish and maintain welder continuity tracking and qualification standards
• Perform and oversee visual weld inspections to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and code requirements
• Identify process gaps and implement corrective actions to reduce weld-related nonconformance
• Standardize welding parameters and equipment settings across production lines
• Coordinate NDT activities and review acceptance criteria
• Train and coach welders and inspectors on WPS adherence and quality expectations

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Active CWI Preferred NOT Required
• 5+ years structural welding experience
• Demonstrated experience developing or qualifying WPS/PQR
• Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1
• Blueprint, weld symbol, and GD&T proficiency

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Experience implementing welding quality systems in a growing fabrication environment
• Prior experience supporting ISO 9001 environments
• Experience coordinating third-party NDT

Working Conditions

• Work is conducted inside and outside during all-weather types
• The job is performed under extreme temperature variations and some hazardous conditions
• Walking, climbing, standing, sitting, and lifting are required
• Tasks may involve moderate to heavy physical labor

Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing on ladders and platforms, significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling throughout an 8-12 hour day
• Ability to work with hands and perform routine lifting, up to 50 lbs.
• Stand for extended periods of time.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

I have read and understand all the requirements of this position. I can perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Custom Truck One Source is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.