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Quality Weld Inspector
Location : Fort Worth, TX

5am – 1:30pm overtime required

Welding & Nondestructive Testing (NDT)

Job Summary: The Quality Inspector ensures that all products comply with customer specifications, welding codes, and material standards. This role initiates, tracks, and documents non-conformance reports while maintaining accurate records of inspection activities. The inspector works independently to uphold quality standards, guaranteeing customer satisfaction and adherence to internal policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the entire production process, from receiving raw materials to the final shipment of finished products.
• Perform dimensional verifications to ensure proper fit and configuration of components.
• Review plans, contract documents, and fabrication specifications to identify and resolve potential issues.
• Inspect shop assemblies to verify dimensional accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor welding operations and perform final inspections of weldments for code and specification compliance.
• Set up and calibrate nondestructive testing (NDT) equipment, including Ultrasonic Testing (UT) and Magnetic Particle Testing (MT).
• Conduct NDT to detect defects and ensure the quality of weldments.
• Evaluate welders’ performance, identifying training needs when necessary.
• Witness welding and testing for Procedure and Welder Qualification tests.
• Generate non-conformance reports, tag affected materials, and monitor repair progress.
• Act independently under the guidance of the Quality Manager to ensure the quality policy is followed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification by the American Welding Society.
• Documented Level II certification or training in UT and MT per ASNT SNT-TC-1A.
• Must pass a vision test (Jaeger J2 at 12 inches or greater) and annual color contrast differentiation tests.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in the use of measuring devices and tools.
• Strong understanding of welding codes, specifications, and nondestructive examination processes.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes relevant to the company’s products.
• Ability to inspect and ensure parts and assemblies meet production drawings and company quality standards.
• Knowledge of painting, galvanizing, and related inspection techniques.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Capability to enforce safety procedures and communicate technical information clearly.

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