Quality Control Inspector

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Iron Fabrication Services (IFS) is a leading fabricator and supplier of all types of steel used in many major construction projects such as large scale commercial and residential buildings. Our quality is visible throughout the Metropolitan area of Washington D.C., Virginia, and Maryland. At IFS, we are committed to fostering a safe and productive work environment.

Job Summary:

The quality control inspector is responsible for inspecting and verifying that steel components meet specified design, code, and fabrication requirements at structural and miscellaneous steel fabrication shops before they are delivered to the job site.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Requirements:

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Inspection of Fabrication:
• Check the layout, fit up, and sizes for compliance with shop drawings and specifications.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and radiographs
• Monitor welding, bolting, coating, and other finishing processes.
• Check the delivery tickets while loading the materials to the truck before delivery.
• Verify that fabrication meets AISC Code of Standard Practice and applicable AWS welding codes.
• Perform visual inspections.
• Inspect grade, shape and thickness of incoming material
• Identify non-conforming material
• Review incoming consumables and paint are in proper condition
• Confirm proper gages are used to measure weld sizes
• Monitoring the use of equipment to ensure it is safe and discard any that do not meet requirements
• Keeping measurement equipment operating accurately by following calibration requirements and calling for repairs
• Inform about the nonconformance situation shop manager
• Reviewing blueprints and specifications to compare to produced goods
• Reject or accept incoming materials
• Tag non-conforming material after inspection
• Separate non-conforming material
• Assist in Internal Audits related to Quality and Safety
• Help prepare for and participate in AISC certification audits.
• Lead and maintain quality control systems
• Support or lead AISC certification processes
• Ensure use of calibrated tools during fabrication and inspection
• Documentation & Reporting:
• Recording inspection results by completing reports, summarizing re-works and wastes and inputting data into Procore
• Create and keep the non-conformance logs.
• Track material traceability and ensure proper documentation.
• Submit safety forms as required by the safety manager
• Work closely with production and other related departments to resolve discrepancies or issues.
• Involve teamwork and continuous improvement efforts.
• Guide the production team on quality control measures to improve product excellence
• Perform and maintain health and safety rules for a safe work environment.
• Follow the safety manager’s instructions and ensure the standards and procedures are complying with OSHA and company-specific safety procedures.
• Report to the safety manager regarding any incidents.

Qualifications:

• Minimum high school degree or equivalent ()
• Bilingual (Spanish) - (Required)
• Strong attention to detail, and experience in steel fabrication
• Experience with blueprints, shop drawings, and precision measuring equipment
• Minimum 1 year of a quality control inspection role
• Communication and organizational skills
• Knowledge of quality control
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Work Environment:

• Office 25%
• Fabrication shop 75%