Quality Control Inspector

Job Title: Quality Control Inspector

Job Description

The Quality Control Inspector ensures that welded and fabricated products meet established quality standards and specifications. This role combines hands-on TIG welding and fitting knowledge with thorough inspection practices to identify weld defects, verify compliance with drawings and weld maps, and support continuous improvement on the production floor.

Responsibilities

• Inspect welded and fabricated components to verify they meet quality standards, specifications, and applicable procedures.
• Perform detailed visual inspections of welds to identify defects such as porosity, cracks, undercut, lack of fusion, and other discontinuities.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints to confirm that parts are produced to the correct dimensions and tolerances.
• Complete weld maps accurately, documenting weld locations, parameters, and inspection results in a clear and traceable manner.
• Provide constructive feedback to welders who need assistance or are struggling to meet quality requirements, helping them improve their technique and adherence to standards.
• Recommend appropriate repair methods for weld defects and follow up to ensure rework meets quality expectations.
• Support production and quality control processes by conducting in-process and final inspections as required.
• Collaborate with fabrication, welding, and production teams to address quality issues and prevent recurring defects.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation to support traceability and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to a culture of quality assurance by promoting best practices in welding, fitting, and inspection.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience with TIG welding and fitting in a fabrication or production environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Hands-on experience performing visual inspection and quality checks on welded and fabricated components.
• Working knowledge of weld defects and their causes, with the ability to identify and classify them accurately.
• Ability to suggest appropriate weld repair methods based on defect type and quality requirements.
• Experience completing weld maps and related quality control documentation with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experienced in fabrication, welding, and production processes.
• Solid understanding of quality control and quality assurance principles in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Effective communication skills to provide clear, constructive feedback to welders and production staff.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to inspection and documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a fabrication or welding shop environment.
• Familiarity with production workflows and the interaction between fabrication, welding, and quality control.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose the root causes of weld defects and recommend preventive measures.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple inspections and maintain accurate records.
• Commitment to continuous improvement in quality, safety, and productivity.

Why Work Here?

Join a production environment that values craftsmanship, precision, and continuous improvement. You will work alongside skilled welding and fabrication professionals, contribute directly to product quality, and play a key role in maintaining high standards on the shop floor. The organization promotes collaboration between quality, welding, and production teams, offering opportunities to grow your technical expertise and broaden your experience in quality control and assurance.

Work Environment

This role is based in a hands-on fabrication and production environment where welding, fitting, and inspection activities take place on the shop floor. You will work closely with welders, fabricators, and production staff, using drawings, blueprints, weld maps, and visual inspection tools to perform your duties. The work involves moving between production areas to conduct in-process and final inspections, with a focus on maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency in a busy manufacturing setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)…