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Posted August 23, 2026

Quality Control Inspector - Structural Steel Fabrication

Vican Manufacturing
Dickinson, TX, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Vican Manufacturing Solutions is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to inspect structural and miscellaneous steel throughout the fabrication process. This position does not require a Certified Welding Inspector certification. The ideal candidate has fabrication experience, can read shop drawings, and understands basic welding and dimensional inspection requirements.

Responsibilities:

  • Inspect fabricated steel for dimensional accuracy, fit-up, weld quality, and overall workmanship
  • Read and interpret fabrication drawings, specifications, and weld symbols
  • Verify materials, member sizes, hole locations, plates, clips, and connection details
  • Perform in-process and final inspections before material is released for coating or shipment
  • Use tape measures, squares, levels, weld gauges, and other inspection tools
  • Document inspections, deficiencies, repairs, and final acceptance
  • Confirm required repairs are completed and reinspected
  • Maintain material identification and traceability throughout fabrication
  • Coordinate with fitters, welders, supervisors, and project management
  • Assist with customer and third-party inspections when required
  • Follow company quality-control procedures and project-specific requirements
  • Help identify recurring quality issues and prevent rework

Qualifications:

  • Structural steel fabrication, welding, fitting, or quality-control experience preferred
  • Ability to read and understand fabrication drawings and weld symbols
  • Familiarity with common welding processes and visual weld inspection
  • Ability to accurately perform dimensional inspections
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation
  • Comfortable communicating quality issues directly and professionally
  • Basic computer and recordkeeping skills
  • AWS Certified Welding Inspector certification is not required
  • Experience working under AISC or AWS quality standards is a plus

Position Details:

  • Full-time position
  • Shop-based role with regular walking, climbing, bending, and inspection of fabricated assemblies
  • Overtime may be required based on production needs
  • Compensation is based on experience and demonstrated ability


Please submit a resume to: [email protected]

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