Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Certified Welding Inspector

Location: Dearborn, MI

Industry: Manufacturing & Fabrication

Job Category: Quality / Welding Inspection

Compensation Range: $35–$42/hour, based on experience

Job Type: Full-Time, 1st Shift

About the Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a newer, rapidly growing manufacturing operation where quality will be critical to the company’s continued expansion. You’ll serve as a key resource on the floor, inspecting welded components, identifying issues before they move downstream, and helping strengthen welding and quality standards as the operation grows.

This is a strong fit if you enjoy being hands-on, working closely with welders and production teams, and want the opportunity to grow with a company rather than simply fill an inspection role.

What You’ll Do

• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of welded components and assemblies.
• Verify weld quality against applicable drawings, specifications, codes, and customer requirements.
• Identify weld defects, nonconforming material, and workmanship issues before products move through production.
• Work directly with welders, supervisors, and quality personnel to address inspection findings and corrective actions.
• Interpret weld symbols, blueprints, fabrication drawings, and welding documentation.
• Verify welding procedures and practices are being followed appropriately on the production floor.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions related to welding defects.
• Help reinforce consistent welding and inspection standards as production volume grows.
• Serve as a knowledgeable welding resource for production and quality teams.

What You Bring

• Active Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification required.
• Hands-on experience inspecting welded components in a manufacturing, fabrication, structural, or similar environment required.
• Strong understanding of welding processes, weld defects, weld symbols, and inspection practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and welding documentation.
• Strong attention to detail with the confidence to identify and communicate quality concerns.
• A hands-on, team-oriented mindset and interest in growing with an expanding operation.

What’s Offered

• $35–$42/hour, based on experience
• Approximately $73,000–$87,000 annually before overtime
• Full-time, 1st shift schedule
• Overtime opportunity as production demands require
• Benefits package
• Opportunity to join a rapidly growing operation with room for increased responsibility and advancement
• High-visibility role where your welding expertise can directly influence quality standards and processes

Apply today!!