Quality Control Technician

We’re hiring an experienced Quality Control Inspector for a well-established metal fabrication operation in Nashville.

This is a hands‑on inspection role focused on verifying that fabricated parts and assemblies meet customer drawings, dimensions, specifications, and production requirements before they leave the shop.

You’ll spend most of your time working from blueprints and route sheets
, checking dimensions with tools like calipers, tape measures, and go/no-go gauges
, reviewing cosmetic quality, confirming production steps are complete, and documenting any non‑conforming parts.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of quality inspection experience
, preferably in metal fabrication, welding, machining, or another industrial manufacturing environment.

• 1st Shift: Consistent Monday–Friday schedule
• Hands‑On Quality Work: Inspect real fabricated parts and assemblies throughout production
• Established Manufacturer: Join a long‑standing Nashville metal fabrication company
• Broad Inspection Exposure: Dimensional inspection, visual inspection, documentation, packaging, and final verification
• Strong Fit for Welding Backgrounds: Welding inspection experience or CWI certification is highly valued

• $22–$28+/hr
  , depending on experience
• Full‑time, direct‑hire position

• 1st Shift, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
• Monday–Friday

• Inspect fabricated parts and assemblies against customer drawings and specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, dimensions, tolerances, and route sheets
• Perform visual and cosmetic inspection of finished components
• Confirm all required production steps have been completed
• Verify part markings are correct and complete
• Ensure packaging meets customer requirements
• Check that inspection tools and equipment are properly calibrated
• Complete internal and external non‑conformance reports when needed
• Communicate quality issues with production and fabrication teams
• Maintain a clean and organized inspection area

• 2+ years of quality inspection experience
• Previous experience inspecting manufactured or fabricated parts
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Experience performing dimensional inspections
• Comfortable using calipers, gauges, tape measures, and similar inspection tools
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced production environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Positive, team‑oriented attitude

• Metal fabrication experience
• Welding inspection experience
• Experience inspecting welded assemblies
• CWI certification
• Experience working in an ISO‑controlled environment
• Familiarity with non‑conformance reporting and corrective actions