What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Inspector position at PPS-HPS?
Professional Placement Services is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector for our fabrication operation in Phoenix. This is a full-time, permanent, direct hire role with a competitive starting pay rate, benefits, and room for growth!
Quality Inspection
- Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of fabricated pipe spools and assemblies.
- Verify dimensions, fit-up, weld preparation, and material identification.
- Conduct visual weld inspections in accordance with applicable codes and customer requirements.
- Verify proper use of approved drawings, specifications, and revisions.
- Inspect completed assemblies prior to shipment.
Documentation & Compliance
- Review fabrication packages for completeness and accuracy.
- Maintain inspection reports, weld maps, material traceability records, and turnover documentation.
- Verify WPS (Welding Procedure Specifications) and welder qualifications are current and being followed.
- Ensure compliance with ASME, AWS, API, and customer requirements.
- Assist in preparing quality records for customer audits and project closeout packages.
Material Control
- Verify incoming materials match purchase orders, material test reports (MTRs), and project specifications.
- Ensure proper material identification and traceability throughout fabrication.
- Monitor segregation of carbon steel and stainless steel materials to prevent contamination.
Process Improvement
- Identify quality issues and recommend corrective actions.
- Assist in root cause investigations and corrective action implementation.
- Monitor recurring defects and communicate trends to management.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing rework and improving productivity.
Shop Floor Support
- Work directly with fitters and welders to resolve quality concerns.
- Provide guidance on drawing interpretation and code requirements.
- Verify hold points and customer witness points are completed.
- Support hydrotesting, pressure testing, and NDE coordination when required.
Requirements
- 2-3 years of Quality Inspection experience with proven track record of pipe inspection