STEEL FIT & WELDING INSPECTOR

Department: Quality Control


FLSA Status : Non-Exempt


Grade/Level:

Job Type: Regular


Work Schedule : Scheduled shift based on the needs of the business.

Job Status: Full Time

Reports To: QA/QC Manager

Amount of Travel Required : None

Positions Supervised: None

POSITION SUMMARY

The main purpose of the Fit & Weld Inspector position is to assure that all fabricated materials have been fabricated correctly as required per all applicable codes, project specifications and approved shop drawing. Additionally, the Quality Control Inspector must ensure that all welded members meet the acceptance criteria as per the American Welding Society.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Must verify a number of weld performance criteria and determine the acceptance, rejection and issuing of non-conformance. Specific verification requirements are:

Verification of member length Verification of hole LOC and DIA Verification of sub-assemblies B. comp. Verification of CPES and bevels Verification of camber

Verification of preheating

Verification of main member piece mark, sequence, paint, and profile

Verification of proper weld joint, fit-up requirements to keep member from being missed or duplicated as well as ensure correct paint requirements.

Inspection of completed welds verification of weld size and perform non-destructive testing of welds to determine weld soundness and strength of weld.

• Must comply with Steel Service Quality Control Inspector Responsibilities "Inspection and Testing - Procedure No. 13" in accordance with A.I.S.C and A.W.S. D1.1 process (see Inspection and Testing - Procedure No. 13)
• Responsible for correction of incorrectly fit sub-assemblies and unacceptable welds to avoid field repairs and negative production results.
• Accountable for painted material corrections to prevent coatings failure and field repairs of failed coatings.
• Interact and interface with fitters, welders, painters, shop foreman, and plant superintendent.
• Must be able to identify and solve production problems such as:

Correction of incomplete shop drawings Dimensional errors

Incorrect hole dimensions or diameters Incorrect weld joint fit-up

Incorrect or missing weld information on shop drawings Incorrect weld symbols

Missing weld details

Missing dimensions on shop drawings

• Responsible for calibrating and issuing inspection equipment to personnel.
• Inspectors must perform their job with integrity, professionalism, dedication, and fairness while doing their job. Inspectors must maintain the highest standards and demonstrate compassion when dealing with others.

Requirements

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Dependable - Demonstrated ability to be depended on to do what is needed and asked of. Worthy of trust. Must be a reliable resource who can be counted on.
• Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education : High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required Associate degree (two year college or technical school) Preferred, Field of Study: Welding

Experience : 1 plus years of experience in Welding Inspection or Welding Shop Operations

Computer Skills:

Certifications & Licenses:

Other Requirements: Excellent written and verbal communications.