Quality Control Inspector - Structural Steel Fabrication

Vican Manufacturing Solutions is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to inspect structural and miscellaneous steel throughout the fabrication process. This position does not require a Certified Welding Inspector certification. The ideal candidate has fabrication experience, can read shop drawings, and understands basic welding and dimensional inspection requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect fabricated steel for dimensional accuracy, fit-up, weld quality, and overall workmanship
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings, specifications, and weld symbols
• Verify materials, member sizes, hole locations, plates, clips, and connection details
• Perform in-process and final inspections before material is released for coating or shipment
• Use tape measures, squares, levels, weld gauges, and other inspection tools
• Document inspections, deficiencies, repairs, and final acceptance
• Confirm required repairs are completed and reinspected
• Maintain material identification and traceability throughout fabrication
• Coordinate with fitters, welders, supervisors, and project management
• Assist with customer and third-party inspections when required
• Follow company quality-control procedures and project-specific requirements
• Help identify recurring quality issues and prevent rework

Qualifications:

• Structural steel fabrication, welding, fitting, or quality-control experience preferred
• Ability to read and understand fabrication drawings and weld symbols
• Familiarity with common welding processes and visual weld inspection
• Ability to accurately perform dimensional inspections
• Strong attention to detail and documentation
• Comfortable communicating quality issues directly and professionally
• Basic computer and recordkeeping skills
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector certification is not required
• Experience working under AISC or AWS quality standards is a plus

Position Details:

• Full-time position
• Shop-based role with regular walking, climbing, bending, and inspection of fabricated assemblies
• Overtime may be required based on production needs
• Compensation is based on experience and demonstrated ability

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