QC Inspector

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They’re not just employees, they’re the heartbeat of our success and the driving force behind our progress. That’s why we treat every team member like family. With a strong, collaborative culture, and a true people‑first approach, Dearing isn’t just a place to work, it’s a place to grow, make an impact, and thrive.

The QC Inspector performs visual inspections and tests on welded components to be used in the production process. The QC Inspector must be able to notice welding defects, use test and measuring instruments and monitor any weld repairs.

• Visual external and internal inspection of pressure vessels, structural skids and sub‑bases, utility and process piping as required by the governing code and customer specifications.
• Ensuring that fabrication is carried out in accordance with the appropriate requirements including cutting, tack welding, fit‑up inspection, and acceptance for welding and that general good practices are adopted and adhered to.
• Inspection of pressure vessels as per the Code & procedures.
• Maintain and complete weld maps, heat maps and as‑built documentation during the manufacturing process.
• Ensure welding is performed by qualified welders in accordance with approved procedures.
• Monitoring weld procedures, production testing, and general parameters.
• Proficient with measuring tools such as tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and welding gauges.
• Performing visual (VT), magnetic particle (MT) and dye penetrant (PT) testing in accordance with project, procedure, and code requirements.
• Witness weld tests for Welder Performance Qualification (WPQ) in accordance with ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1 and API 1104.
• Witness pressure tests, review reports, charts, and testing equipment calibration certifications.
• Perform layout and final dimensional inspection of fabricated components.
• Prepare welds for radiographic testing (RT) and complete the NDT inspection line‑up document.
• Document inspection results, create reports, and input data into company systems as necessary.
• Identify, document, and manage non‑conforming materials and finished products.
• Overall monitoring implementation and outputs of quality control on the project.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Judgment – Includes appropriate people in decision‑making process.
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner.
• Quality – Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At least two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in metal fabrication, welding, manufacturing environments.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Knowledge of spreadsheet software and word processing software.

Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, weld symbols, and engineering specifications. Must be objective and have good interpersonal and communication skills regarding…