About this role
Structural Steel Quality Control Inspector
Location: Richmond, VA Job Type: Contract-to-Hire Shift: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday Pay Rate: Starting at $31.00/hr, with higher pay depending on experience, plus a $3.00/hr shift differential. Overtime available on Saturdays.
Job Overview
Seeking a quality inspector to verify structural steel fabrication meets drawings, specifications, and industry standards in an AISC-certified facility. Experienced structural steel fitters or fabricators with strong quality inspection skills may also be considered.
Responsibilities
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Inspect fabricated structural steel throughout the production process.
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Identify and document nonconformances in accordance with AWS D1.1 and D1.5 requirements.
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Verify materials, dimensions, layouts, and part placement against shop drawings and specifications.
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Complete in-process and final quality inspections.
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Assist with annual AISC quality control audits.
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Work with production teams to investigate and correct quality issues.
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Support quality improvement efforts and maintain fabrication standards.
Qualifications
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3–5 years of experience in structural steel layout and fabrication.
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Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and construction drawings.
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Strong knowledge of structural steel fabrication processes and quality standards.
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Welding certification in AWS D1.1 and/or D1.5 preferred.