Certified Welding Inspector

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) – Night Shift

Job Requirements CWI Certification:
Must possess a valid Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification. Certification number and validity must be verified.

Structural Steel Inspection

Experience:

Previous experience inspecting structural steel products and weldments is required.

Welding Knowledge:
Ability to interpret, explain, and enforce welding procedures and answer welding-related questions from production personnel.

Blueprint Reading:
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, detail drawings, dimensions, and welding symbols, including drawings containing both pictures and structural frame layouts.

Inspection and Testing:
Experience performing visual weld inspections and familiarity with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), including ultrasonic testing and magnetic particle testing.

Measurement and Math

Skills:

Must be able to read a tape measure to 1/16-inch accuracy and quickly perform basic calculations involving fractions and decimals. Candidates will complete a basic tape-measure and math assessment during their first week.

Communication

Skills:

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to coordinate with welders, production teams, and onsite designers/detailers to resolve drawing discrepancies and quality concerns.

Technology

Skills:

Ability to use an iPad or similar electronic device to document inspections, track production statistics, and maintain quality records.

Production Environment:
Must be comfortable working on the manufacturing floor for approximately 80% of the shift, with the remaining 20% spent on office-related tasks.

Night Shift Availability:
Must be able to work the assigned night shift and participate in a toolbox meeting 15 minutes before the scheduled shift begins.

Job Description The Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) will be responsible for ensuring the quality, accuracy, and structural integrity of welded steel products throughout the manufacturing process. This position works closely with production personnel, welders, and the onsite design/detailing team to ensure all products meet drawing specifications, welding procedures, and applicable quality requirements.

The shift begins with a toolbox meeting 15 minutes before production starts. The inspector will spend approximately 80% of the shift on the manufacturing floor, working directly with production teams, and 20% completing office-related documentation and quality tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

Welding Quality and Compliance:
Explain and enforce welding procedures, answer welders’ questions, and ensure production work follows the applicable welding requirements and specifications.

Blueprint and Drawing Verification:
Read and interpret blueprints, dimensions, welding symbols, pictures, and structural frame drawings. Verify that finished products match the drawings and specifications.

Production Support:
Work directly with welders and production personnel to identify quality issues, clarify print requirements, and resolve discrepancies in coordination with the onsite design/detailing team.

Visual Inspections:
Perform visual inspections on approximately 60% of products before shipment. Inspection frequency will vary depending on order requirements, product specifications, and designated quality priorities.

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT):
Perform ultrasonic testing and/or magnetic particle testing on designated load-bearing and seismic products, in accordance with applicable inspection requirements.

Focus Job Inspections:
Conduct 100% inspections on designated “Focus Jobs” and other orders requiring enhanced inspection coverage.

Quality Documentation:
Use an iPad to record inspection results, track quality statistics, document discrepancies, and maintain…