Fabrication - QC Inspector
Quick Summary
Quality Assurance Inspector responsible for inspecting fabricated pipe spools and assemblies to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and industry codes.
Skills & Keywords
Key Responsibilities
- Perform visual inspection of welds to verify quality, workmanship, and code compliance
- Verify weld preparation, joint fit-up, alignment, and weld size
- Ensure welding activities comply with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)
- Inspect pipe spools against isometric drawings for dimensions, orientation, slope, and fit-up
- Verify incoming materials for correct specifications, heat numbers, and certifications
- Maintain material traceability throughout fabrication
- Coordinate and witness Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities (RT, UT, PT, )
- Review, document, and track NDT results
- Maintain inspection records, weld logs, and quality documentation
- Prepare, issue, and track Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)
- Compile and maintain final QA/QC turnover packages for client delivery
- Ensure compliance with ASME, API, AWS, and client-specific standards
- Support and promote adherence to shop safety policies and procedures
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- 3+ years of QA/QC experience in pipe fabrication or industrial fabrication preferred
- Ability to read and interpret piping isometrics and P&IDs
- Working knowledge of ASTM material specifications
- Strong understanding of welding processes and inspection methods
- Proficiency with inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and weld gauges
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on accurate documentation
- Effective communication and organizational skills
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
- NDT certifications (RT, UT, PT, MT)
- Experience in industrial, refinery, or power plant fabrication environments
Compensation & Benefits
Total rewards package
Weβre committed to attracting talented individuals who seek a company with a strong foundation of success and an outstanding culture. We proactively provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and clear pathways for career advancement with autonomy and flexibility in an entrepreneurial environment.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business.
Benefits included
Job TitleQuality Assurance (QA) Inspector β Fabrication
LocationDuncan, SC On-site (Fabrication Shop)
Employment TypeFull time
Schedule1st shift
Job Summary
The Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector is responsible for ensuring fabricated pipe spools and assemblies meet engineering drawings, client specifications, and applicable industry codes. This role is critical to maintaining fabrication quality through inspection, material traceability, testing coordination, and accurate QA/QC documentation throughout the fabrication lifecycle.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Reduction in rework and NCRs
- Accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of QA/QC documentation
- Compliance with quality standards, codes, and safety requirements
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