Quality
Located in:
Mineola, TX
Pay: $24-$27/hour
Job Full Description:
Our client is seeking an experienced QA/QC Inspector with a strong background in structural steel and pipe fabrication. This role is ideal for candidates who have hands-on inspection experience, understand fabrication standards, and can accurately document findings in accordance with industry codes and customer requirements.
Position Overview
The QA/QC Inspector will perform in-process, material, and documentation inspections within a fabrication shop environment. This role requires strong attention to detail, blueprint reading, welding awareness, and familiarity with ASME code requirements. Accuracy in measurement, reporting, and recordkeeping is essential.
Qualifications
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required for candidates with 10+ years of relevant fabrication inspection experience.
Experience
- 2–5 years of QA/QC experience in structural steel or pipe fabrication.
- Pipe or structural steel shop background required (not food, chemical, or unrelated industries).
- Experience with welding inspection concepts, weld types, and defect identification.
- Exposure to NDE methods (RT, MT, PT) is a plus.
- Experience with ASME codes preferred:
- Section VIII Div. 1
- B31.3
- B31.1
- API 1104
Skills & Knowledge
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings.
- Strong dimensional inspection skills (level, square, diameter, length, ID/OD).
- Understanding of ITPs, MTRs, POs, BOLs, and fabrication documentation.
- Ability to document clearly and accurately on inspection reports.
- Familiarity with calibrated gauges and measuring tools.
- Strong reading, writing, and documentation accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
1. Documentation
- Complete and submit all Inspection Test Plans (ITPs).
- Prepare inspection reports, data books, and weekly summary reports.
- Sign and date controlled drawings when inspections are performed.
- Maintain accurate documentation for audits and customer requirements.
2. In‑Process Inspections
- Inspect fit-up for structural and pipe fabrication, including:
- Gaps
- Dimensions
- Angles
- Levelness
- Flange orientation
- Verify welder qualifications and required identification stamps.
- Check weld quality for defects such as undercut, porosity, cold lap, etc.
- Witness hydrostatic or pressure testing as required.
- Validate contractor or shop NDE results (RT, MT, PT).
3. Material Inspections
- Verify incoming materials against Purchase Orders and Bill of Materials.
- Perform dimensional checks (length, diameter, thickness, etc.).
- Confirm heat numbers and MTR (Material Test Report) accuracy.
- Inspect surface prep, blast, and paint processes per the MPS procedure.
Ideal Candidate Characteristics
- Highly detail-oriented and organized.
- Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn customer specifications.
- Confident in a fast-paced fabrication environment.
- Able to communicate clearly with welders, fitters, supervisors, and engineering staff.
Mineola, TX
Darby Scheffer
darby.scheffer@expresspros.com
+1 903-592-9999
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