What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weld Inspector - VT II position at GNB Global Inc.?
Build Quality. Inspect with Precision. Be Part of Something Strong.
Do you have a sharp eye for detail and a passion for quality? Are you ready to put your welding inspection expertise to work with a fast-growing industry leader?
GNB Global Inc. is looking for a skilled Visual Testing (VT) Quality Inspector II to join our Quality Assurance team!
We specialize in engineered steel-framed, fabric-tensioned buildings, combining precision manufacturing, construction expertise, and innovative engineering. As our company continues to grow, we’re looking for a quality-driven professional who takes pride in getting the job done right—because when it comes to structural steel, quality isn’t optional. It’s everything.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As our VT Quality Inspector II, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring our fabricated steel components and welded assemblies meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and workmanship.
- Inspect with Confidence: Perform Level II Visual Testing (VT) inspections of materials, welds, and fabricated assemblies in accordance with applicable codes, drawings, and customer requirements.
- Catch the Details: Examine welds before, during, and after welding for cracks, undercut, porosity, overlap, visible incomplete fusion, arc strikes, and other surface discontinuities.
- Measure Up to the Standards: Verify weld size, profile, fit-up, and workmanship using weld gauges, calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and other inspection tools.
- Ensure Code Compliance: Apply AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code requirements, project specifications, company procedures, and quality standards.
- Read the Blueprint: Review fabrication drawings, weld symbols, Welding Procedure Specifications (WPSs), and Procedure Qualification Records (PQRs).
- Document What Matters: Prepare accurate inspection reports, identify nonconformances (NCRs), and support corrective actions.
- Make Quality Better: Help improve inspection procedures and processes while mentoring and assisting Level I inspectors as needed.
- Stay Flexible: Support additional quality-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- VT Level II certification in accordance with ASNT SNT-TC-1A or equivalent, or at least 3 years of structural steel weld inspection experience.
- Working knowledge of AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code.
- Ability to interpret fabrication drawings, weld symbols, specifications, WPSs, and quality documentation.
- Proficiency with weld gauges, calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and related inspection equipment.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Willingness to work overtime as needed.
- Ability to pass a drug screening and background check.
This is a hands-on manufacturing environment where quality makes a real difference. You should be comfortable with:
- Frequently pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Standing for extended periods.
- Working in hot, cold, dusty, and noisy manufacturing environments.
- Exposure to welding fumes, grinding operations, and galvanized materials.
Join a growing company where your technical skills, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence help bring innovative engineered structures to life. Be part of a team that values craftsmanship, accountability, and doing things right the first time.
If you know your welds, trust your measurements, and never let the details slide, we want to hear from you!
Your eye for quality. Our commitment to excellence. Let’s build something great together!
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is your salary expectation?
Language:
- English & Spanish (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Rhome, TX 76078 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $41,802 - $63,660