Structural Steel Quality Control Inspector

Structural Steel Quality Control Inspector

Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shift: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday; Saturday overtime available
Pay Rate: Starting at $31.00/hour, higher depending on experience

Job Overview

We are hiring a Quality Control Inspector to verify the accuracy and quality of fabricated structural steel in an AISC-certified facility. Experienced structural steel fitters or fabricators with strong inspection and layout skills may also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Inspect fabricated structural steel during production and upon completion.

• Identify and document nonconformances according to AWS D1.1 and D1.5 requirements.

• Verify materials, dimensions, and part placement against shop drawings and specifications.

• Perform dimensional layout, in-process inspections, and final quality checks.

• Assist with annual AISC quality control audits.

• Work with production teams to investigate and correct quality issues.

• Support quality improvement efforts and maintain fabrication standards.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in structural steel fabrication, layout, or inspection.

• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, fabrication drawings, and construction plans.

• Strong knowledge of structural steel fabrication processes and quality standards.

• Familiarity with nonconformance documentation and dimensional inspection.

• AWS D1.1 and/or D1.5 welding certification preferred.

• Senior-level structural steel fitters or fabricators with relevant experience may be considered.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 1st Shift
• Saturday overtime available