Quality Weld Specialist - CWI

Job Description

DeGeest is growing and hiring a Quality Weld Specialist - CWI! Be a part of our STRONGER STANDARD! We are a leading resource for manufacturers looking for excellence in Steel Works, Automation, and Finishing. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we strive to create fulfilling and meaningful experiences every day. We Collaborate! We Think! We Do! If you want to feel empowered and appreciated, we encourage you to apply!

The Quality Weld Specialist is a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) responsible for ensuring all fabricated and welded products meet internal quality standards and customer requirements. This role supports production through inspection, documentation, process improvement, and weld quality leadership, while driving consistent, repeatable welding processes across the shop.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect weldments to ensure compliance with AWS standards and customer specifications

• Review, generate, and maintain weld procedures, welder certifications, and quality documentation

• Perform and oversee weld quality inspections and testing as required

• Investigate quality issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions

• Develop and enforce weld-related SOPs and best practices

• Support production, engineering, and training efforts to improve weld quality and consistency

• Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Education and Experience

• Active AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification required

• 5+ years of experience in welding, weld quality, or manufacturing quality environments

• Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1 and AWS D14.3 standards

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and technical specifications

• Technical degree in welding or engineering preferred but not required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods in a manufacturing environment

• Frequent bending, climbing, stooping, and hands-on inspection activity

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally

• Exposure to noise, welding environments, and moving machinery

Benefits:
To better serve our employees, we offer competitive benefits as follows

Pay:
Hiring Salary Range: Depending on Experience
Bonus Programs

Location : Tea, SD (right off I-29)
Work Hours : 7:00am to 4:30pm Monday – Friday

Insurance
Medical – Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
Dental and Vision Plans
STD/LTD and Voluntary Life/AD&D Plans

Retirement
401k with company match

Holidays/PTO
9 Paid Holiday, 1 Floating Holiday
PTO for New Hires

Additional Incentives
Safety glasses and steel toe boots reimbursement
Work shirts provided by DeGeest

Note: The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is eligible for a bonus.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
DeGeest is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.