Welding QA Inspector II: Quality & Welds

Thompson Pipe Group; South Beloit (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Pipe Group is seeking a QA Technician II to support welding inspections in a heavy manufacturing environment. You will inspect welds, verify conformance to WPS and drawings, and assist with NDT activities as needed.

The role emphasizes hands-on inspection, documentation, and continuous quality improvement, with opportunities to grow in pressure pipe applications across fabrication operations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in QA, QC, or production role in pipe manufacturing or related industry.
• Ability to read drawings and weld symbols accurately.
• Experience inspecting welds or fabricated components in a heavy manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with AWS, ASME, AWWA codes is a plus.
• Proficient in Excel and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspection of welds and fabricated components.
• Inspect fit-up, alignment, and production work prior to welding.
• Verify work is performed in accordance with WPS and drawings.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections.
• Use inspection tools such as gauges, calipers, and micrometers.
• Identify and document weld defects and quality issues.
• Support or perform NDT activities (MT, PT, UT).
• Work with production teams to resolve quality issues.
• Complete inspection and quality documentation.
• Support continuous improvement and shop quality initiatives.

Skills

Quality inspection

Welding setups

Blueprint reading

Education

AWS CWI / CAWI or equivalent

NDE / NDT certifications (MT/PT/UT)

ACI Field Test Technician

Job description

Thompson Pipe Group is seeking a QA Technician II to support welding inspections in a heavy manufacturing environment. You will inspect welds, verify conformance to WPS and drawings, and assist with NDT activities as needed.

The role emphasizes hands-on inspection, documentation, and continuous quality improvement, with opportunities to grow in pressure pipe applications across fabrication operations.