QA/QC Welding Inspector

**Please note that this role is full time and comes with a benefits package and relocation assistance.

We're looking for an experienced QA/QC Supervisor to lead quality activities at a Fabrication Shop dedicated to commercial construction projects, with a strong focus on piping, welding, fabrication, and installation.

You'll lead a team of Quality Control Inspectors, help set expectations, coach and develop the team, and work closely with Project Management, General Contractors, and field teams to make sure quality requirements are understood and followed from the start of the project through completion.

A big part of the role is catching potential issues early. You'll oversee first-in inspections, monitor quality trends, help resolve non-conformances, and make sure recurring problems are identified and addressed before they become costly rework or schedule issues.

What You'll Do

• Lead and support the project QA/QC team, including Quality Control Inspectors.
• Set clear quality expectations and provide coaching, training, and day-to-day direction to inspectors.
• Oversee first-in inspections to identify potential fabrication and installation issues early and reduce rework and project costs.
• Work closely with Project Management and field teams to resolve quality issues and keep projects moving.
• Monitor quality issues and identify recurring or systemic problems that require corrective action.
• Audit project-specific Quality Control Plans to make sure required inspections, documentation, and procedures are being followed.
• Work with the General Contractor's Quality Assurance Manager on inspection planning, project compliance, non-conformances, and quality audits.
• Participate in weekly project meetings to stay up to date on upcoming work, project status, deadlines, and quality requirements.
• Communicate project quality expectations to new inspectors and ensure the team understands applicable requirements.
• Review purchased materials and components and provide input regarding acceptance, quality, and vendor performance.
• Perform and oversee quality inspections, testing, documentation, and integration activities.
• Review design and project documentation for compliance with applicable requirements.
• Use quality data and statistical process control (SPC) methods to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Document inspection and quality activities in accordance with company procedures.
• Prepare quality reports and communicate significant issues, trends, and recommended improvements to management.
• Help develop practical solutions to quality problems and continuously improve project processes.
• Stay current on applicable industry standards, codes, and quality requirements.
• Prepare and present technical information to project teams, management, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Provide technical and administrative direction to personnel involved in QA/QC activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by QA/QC leadership and the project team.

What We're Looking For

• 8 years of quality control experience, preferably in industrial or commercial construction, piping, fabrication, welding, NDE/NDT, or a related environment.
• Strong experience working with ASME B31 piping codes.
• Strong understanding of ASME Section IX and experience developing, reviewing, or qualifying welding procedures and welder/brazer qualifications.
• Current AWS QC-1 certification as a Senior Certified Welding Inspector (SCWI) or Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) is preferred.
• ICC Mechanical – Commercial certification is also a plus.
• At least 3 years of experience leading or managing direct reports.
• Experience working with General Contractors, project management teams, inspectors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, procedures, schedules, and other technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to make sound decisions in the field.
• Comfortable reviewing data, analyzing results, identifying trends, and recommending corrective actions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, and project leadership.
• Highly organized with strong time-management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working in situations where there isn't always a clear-cut answer and good judgment is required.
• Basic understanding of algebra, geometry, measurements, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.