What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Welding Inspector position at Allegiant Manufacturing?
At Allegiant Manufacturing we pay our employees weekly. We care about our employees’ financial well-being and are invested in creating a work environment where our employees feel heard, valued, and taken care of. We strive to provide competitive wages & benefits to our employees. Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance go into effect day 61 of employment. Holiday pay and 401k go into effect day one of employment. Here at Allegiant, we have three manufacturing facilities: Kansas City, KS, Gallatin, TN, and Maryville, TN. This job is open to any facility being a home location and travel between the facilities will occasionally be required. There is no relocation offered for this position.
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Job Summary
We are seeking a Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) to support in-house manufacturing operations by ensuring welded products meet quality, safety, and code requirements. This role is hands-on and shop-based, working closely with welders, supervisors, and quality personnel to maintain consistent weld quality throughout the production process.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform visual inspection of production welds in a manufacturing environment
- Inspect fit-up, joint preparation, and final welds per applicable codes and drawings
- Verify welder qualifications, WPS compliance, and material traceability
- Interpret fabrication drawings, welding symbols, and inspection criteria
- Document inspection results, nonconformances, and corrective actions
- Work collaboratively with production teams to address quality issues in real time
- Support internal audits and external audits and continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain inspection records and quality documentation
- Support training and guidance to less experienced welders
Required Qualifications
- Current AWS Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) certification
- Experience inspecting welds in a manufacturing or fabrication shop
- Strong understanding of welding processes (GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, SMAW, etc.)
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols
- Familiarity with common manufacturing quality systems
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with AWS D1.1 or other applicable manufacturing codes
- Prior QC or QA experience in a production environment
- Experience with continuous improvement or lean manufacturing practices
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Shop-based role with exposure to heat, noise, and industrial equipment
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as required
- Use of PPE required at all times