Steel Fabrication Quality Control Specialist

Steel Fabrication Quality Control Specialist

Location: Arlington, TN

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Shift: 1st Shift

Pay: Up to $32.00/hour, depending on experience

We are looking for a Quality Control Inspector with structural steel fabrication experience to monitor workmanship, welding, materials, and coatings throughout production. This is a hands-on shop-floor role focused on meeting project specifications, industry codes, and quality requirements.

• Inspect structural steel components during fabrication and verify compliance with project requirements
• Check welding and fabrication against AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, AISC
  , and applicable standards
• Inspect incoming materials, parts, and consumables for conformance
• Document inspections and maintain accurate quality records and logs
• Use and maintain quality inspection equipment and welding tools
• Calibrate inspection and welding equipment as required
• Support welder qualification, testing, and certification activities
• Assist with training related to welding, fitting, and quality requirements
• Maintain drawing control and other quality documentation
• Work with production and management to identify and correct quality issues
• Participate in continuous improvement and company training programs
• Promote safe work practices throughout the facility

• 2+ years of structural steel fabrication experience
• Background in quality control, inspection, or manufacturing
• Working knowledge of AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, and AISC standards
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and specifications
• Experience using inspection tools such as:
  • Fillet weld gauges
  • V-WAC gauges
  • Squares
  • Tape measures
  • Other standard inspection equipment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification
• Nondestructive testing experience, including:
  • Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
  • Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
  • Penetrant Testing (PT)
• Additional certifications involving structural steel, bolting, coatings, or welding inspection
• Previous experience in a steel manufacturing environment

• Primarily working on the production floor with limited office work
• Non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility
• Frequent standing, walking, and inspection of materials throughout the shift

This position offers an opportunity for long-term employment while contributing to product quality, process improvement, and compliance with structural steel industry standards.