Quality Control Inspector

Job Summary: 

The Quality Control Inspector / Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring the integrity of steel fabrication processes and finished products by supporting the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) and quality assurance standards. This role is ideal for an experienced inspector or quality control inspector who can perform inspections of structural steel components, maintain warehouse materials, and uphold strict quality standards throughout production.

Responsibilities:

• Perform quality control inspections of in-process and finished structural steel components including beams, columns, plates, and clips.
• Evaluate welds and fabrication work to ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) and quality assurance standards.
• Identify non-conforming materials or fabrication defects and communicate required corrections to production teams.
• Perform visual inspections as a quality control inspector, using non-destructive testing (NDT) methods such as liquid penetrant testing when necessary. The inspector ensures that both in-process and finished components meet all quality assurance standards.
• Measure and verify component dimensions using micrometers, tape measures, gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Document inspection findings, including corrective actions, and maintain records for quality control reports and quality documentation.
• Ensure materials and fabricated parts are properly marked and traceable throughout the manufacturing process.
• Verify incoming materials meet procurement and quality assurance standards, including mill certifications and heat numbers.
• Monitor dimensional control procedures to ensure alignment with production specifications.
• Identify, tag, and manage non-conforming materials according to QMS procedures.
• Assist with maintaining document control by scanning and uploading drawings and inspection records into facility systems.
• Use mobile devices and internal systems to track materials and components according to quality control protocols.
• Ensure updated drawings and revision documents are distributed to production teams while removing outdated versions.
• Verify that production tools, inspection equipment, and measuring devices are properly calibrated.
• Support collaboration between manufacturing, warehouse associates, and production teams to maintain quality assurance standards. Act as a quality inspector during production, shipping, and warehouse operations, ensuring all materials are verified and meet specifications.
• Participate in meetings to review quality assurance performance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a safe working environment and follow all workplace safety and quality standards.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) during inspections.
• Follow company policies, OSHA regulations, and workplace safety procedures.
• Report accidents, hazards, or unsafe conditions to supervisors.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet manufacturing production and quality goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum 4 years of experience in quality control inspection, quality assurance, or manufacturing inspection, ideally in structural steel fabrication. Experience with AISC, AWS, or CWB certifications is a plus.
• Certifications: AWS or ISO certifications are desirable. NDT certification (Level 1, 2, or  3) must be obtained within six months of hire. 
• Education: A technical degree in welding, steel materials, or a related field is preferred. 
• Strong understanding of quality control, quality assurance, and inspection processes in manufacturing and warehouse environments. Previous experience as a quality control inspector or quality inspector in a production or warehouse setting is highly desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and fabrication specifications.
• Familiarity with structural steel inspection standards such as AISC or AWS is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to manufacturing quality standards.
• Experience working with quality inspection documentation and reporting systems.
• Ability to collaborate with manufacturing, warehouse, and production teams.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to read, write, and understand basic English and/or Spanish to follow work instructions and safety guidelines.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to workplace safety and quality.

This position is ideal for candidates with prior experience as a quality inspector, quality control inspector, or warehouse inspector, ensuring all materials and products meet stringent quality assurance standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull objects weighing up to [e.g., 50 pounds] regularly.
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions common to a manufacturing facility (e.g., varying temperatures, noise levels, potential for dust/debris, wet floors).
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for operating equipment and handling supplies.

Work Schedule: 

• Full-time: Monday-Friday, 1st Shift (6:00am – 2:00pm), 2nd Shift (2:00pm – 10:00pm)
• Depending on production needs, some weekend work may be required.

Benefits: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• And more

Who We Are:

Allied Steel Buildings is a global manufacturer of steel buildings and structural steel solutions, offering best-in-class design, engineering and project management seamlessly integrated into our clients’ processes. Since 2003, we have successfully delivered over 5,500 metal building projects across 72 countries, delivering building solutions for diverse industries, from data centers, sports & recreational facilities, aviation, manufacturing, equestrian & agricultural to commercial buildings and warehousing worldwide. We have 5 locations including our two manufacturing facilities, located in McGregor, Texas and Spain, utilize cutting-edge technology, including robotics and automation, to ensure our manufactured materials set a new standard for quality in the industry. 

Allied Culture: 

At Allied, we believe great service matters from the start and finish of everything we do.  Going the distance for our clients begins with taking care of our team members.  They are our most important asset.  We invest in their continuous development, and recognize their contribution to our success.  

Great work starts with creating great work environments, promoting collaboration for a team dedicated to creating value worldwide.  The Allied Team is highly resourceful, innovative, and competent with extensive experience.  Our culture is open, accessible, adaptive and flexible, offering work-life balance, and empowering our people, because everyone’s voice matters.  We promote “we” over “me” and solutions oriented creative thinking.  It’s the Allied way.

Allied Steel Buildings and Allied Fabricators L.L.C. is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal or state law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from drug, discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.​