Quality Inspector

$25- $30+ $5,000 Hiring Bonus Reporting Relationships: + QA Supervisor + QA Inspector Primary Purpose of this Position: Perform all facets of inspection, and evaluate materials, processes, and workmanship to assure compliance with DWS procedures as well as applicable specifications, provisions, and codes. Authority to reject non-conforming work, to stop non-conforming production operations, and to authorize corrective action through the interpretation of the AWS code. Essential Job Functions: + Perform dimensional and visual inspection of sub-assemblies, assemblies, processes, and final product. Perform first-article inspection, in-process inspection, and final inspection of fabrication processes and finished product. + Perform inspection of incoming raw materials and other purchased materials. + Perform non-destructive testing to ensure compliance with established specifications, or as requested to support production operations. + Document all inspections and maintain appropriate records. + Perform calibration / verification procedures on all precision instruments in the shops. + Assist in the evaluation / certification of production personnel as instructed by the Quality Assurance Supervisor. + Complete documentation using Microsoft office programs such as word, excel, and blue beam. Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: + Good overall knowledge of steel fabrication practices and procedures, and good knowledge of applicable codes and specifications (AISC, AWS, ASTM etc.). + Ability to read and understand DWS shop drawings. + Good communication and interpersonal skills. + Ability to work without supervision. Possess superior initiative and ambition. Physical Demands: + Stand FREQUENTLY over the course of the 8 to 12 hour work shift. + Walk CONTINUOUSLY over the course of the 8 to 12 hour work shift. + Sit only during the break and lunch periods. + Lift weights up to 30 pounds FREQUENTLY from floor to head, which includes the various tools and blocks utilized in the process of performing the usual work duties during the 8 to 12 hour work shift. + Lift weights up to 70 pounds OCCASIONALLY from knee to waist, which includes the various tools utilized in the process of performing the usual work duties during the 8 to 12 hour work shift. + Carry weights noted above distances ranging from a few feet to 60 feet. + Climb OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY up and down steps, ladders, onto material, or onto conveyors. + Stoop or crouch OCCASIONALLY while performing the regular job duties. The position will be held continuously for a few seconds to 15 minutes, depending upon the job. + Kneel in the commission of job duties OCCASIONALLY, depending upon the job. + Crawl OCCASIONALLY up to 5 feet to access tools, materials, etc. + Reach forward FREQUENTLY to perform job duties or to retrieve tools. The employee will OCCASIONALLY be required to reach to full forward extension. + Reach overhead OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY to guide material attached to the cranes, to attach the chains from the crane to the material, to locate blocks, or to saw blocks. + Push and pull material attached to an overhead crane or jib crane OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY to properly guide into place. Force varies up to 35 pounds. + Pull hand over hand OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY to pull chain through material. Force varies up to 70 pounds. Non-Material Handling Demands + Employee is expected to work 40 hours a week. However, hours including overtime and weekends may be required based on Drake-Williams Steelu2019s needs. + Hear sufficiently to be aware of safety issues + Visual ability to read and interpret shop drawings. Safety glasses are required in the shop area. + Exposure to heat, cold, wet and humid conditions in the shop area OCCASIONALLY. + Exposure to fumes, odors and dusts in the shop area OCCASIONALLY. + Exposure to solvents, greases, oils, and coolants OCCASIONALLY. + Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment. PPE includes steel-toe safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, and hard hats. Tools Required: Pencil, Tape Measure, Markers, weld gauges, bevel square, levels, other measuring equipment. Machines Utilized: Overhead Crane, Jib Crane, Gantry Crane, Pallets, Transfers, and Forklifts. Experience and Education Required: + Minimum of 3 years experience in the structural steel or similar industry. + Completion of a 2-year technical degree in NDT, welding, or other applicable discipline from a qualified trade school.

Created: 2026-02-23