Quality Control Inspector

Quality Control Inspector (3704738) Buffalo, New York Salary: USD25 - USD35 per hour Quality Control Inspector – Structural Steel & Bridge Fabrication Location: New York Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent Work Arrangement: On-Site About the Opportunity We are working with an established structural steel and bridge fabrication company seeking a Quality Control Inspector to join its growing quality team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands‑on welding and fabrication inspection experience who wants to further develop their technical skills and progress towards becoming an AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) . The company is particularly interested in developing its own CWIs, making this a great opportunity for an inspector looking for long‑term career progression. Key Responsibilities Perform visual and dimensional inspections of structural steel and fabricated components. Inspect welds, fit-ups and finished assemblies against drawings, specifications and applicable welding standards. Review shop drawings, weld symbols and fabrication documentation. Identify defects, nonconformances and quality issues, working with production teams to resolve them. Use measuring tools, gauges and inspection equipment to verify fabrication accuracy. Maintain accurate inspection reports and quality control documentation. Collaborate with welders, fitters, production supervisors and engineering teams to maintain quality standards. Requirements UT (Ultrasonic Testing) or VT (Visual Testing) certification. Hands‑on experience in welding inspection, fabrication quality control or a related inspection environment. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and welding symbols. Familiarity with welding inspection procedures and quality standards. Strong attention to detail and good documentation skills. Willingness to develop professionally and work towards AWS CWI certification. Preferred Qualifications Experience in structural steel, bridge fabrication, heavy steel fabrication or similar industries. Knowledge of AWS D1.1 welding standards. Additional NDT experience, including MT, PT or RT. Experience using dimensional inspection tools and welding gauges. Previous experience working in a fabrication shop or heavy manufacturing environment. An existing CWI certification is not required. We are particularly interested in candidates who have a strong inspection foundation and are motivated to progress towards this qualification. Why Apply? Work on complex structural steel and bridge fabrication projects. Opportunity to develop your skills and progress towards CWI certification. Hands‑on position with direct involvement in fabrication quality. Collaborate with experienced production and engineering professionals. Build a long‑term career in structural steel quality control. Interested? If you have experience in welding or fabrication inspection and are looking for an opportunity to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr