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.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 1st Shift

Saturday overtime available

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.