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Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Milton Manufacturing Inc

Highland Park, MI • On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

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Job description

Job Summary:

The Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) is responsible for ensuring all welding and fabrication work complies with applicable codes, standards, and customer specifications, while operating within the framework of a unionized workforce. The CWI plays a key role in quality assurance, inspection, and compliance, while also promoting a culture of continual improvement, defect reduction, and customer satisfaction.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of welds and fit ups in accordance with applicable codes (particularly AWS D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, and D1.6) and job specifications.
  • Perform welder procedure qualification and certification. Ensure welder qualifications and certifications are current and compliant with applicable codes and union jurisdictional requirements.
  • Review welding procedure specifications (WPS), procedure qualification records (PQR), and welder performance qualification (WPQ) documentation.
  • Inspect cut-&-etch samples. Be an expert on customer retention periods maintaining the retention of samples.
  • Maintain detailed and accurate inspection reports, weld maps, and other QA/QC documentation.
  • Support continual improvement initiatives.
  • Assist in root cause analysis for weld defects or process non-conformances.
  • Participate in pre-job planning to align quality expectations and welding procedures with production supervisors and project leads.
  • Assist in preparation for third-party inspections, audits, and customer quality assurance visits.

· Input in weld time evaluation for earned hours and costing purposes.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

  • Strong expertise of structural welding processes of GMAW, and GTAW particularly AWS D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, and D1.6
  • Ability to interpret welding symbols, blueprints, and technical drawings.
  • Proficiency in documentation and computer systems (e.g., Microsoft Office, QMS software).

· Defense industry experience preferred.

Education and Experience:

  • High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
  • AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification
  • Minimum 1–3 years of experience in welding inspection in a fabrication environment.

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, particularly when performing inspections on the production floor or site visits.

· Must be able to lift to >25 pounds occasionally (e.g., lifting samples, quality testing equipment, or documentation).

· Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, or climb stairs/ladders occasionally, especially in industrial or manufacturing settings.

· Good visual acuity for inspecting products, reviewing detailed documents, and using measurement tools.

· Capability to work in environments with varying noise levels, temperatures, or exposure to manufacturing-related elements.

Company Description

At Milton Manufacturing Inc., we've been a trusted name in precision metal components for over 30 years. Our commitment to quality runs just as deep in how we treat our people as it does in the products we build. We believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives — and that belief shapes everything we do.
We offer excellent benefits that support you and your family, including health & dental, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. Beyond the perks, what truly sets us apart is our culture. Milton Manufacturing is a team-first environment where every voice is heard. We invest in our employees' growth, celebrate wins together, and tackle challenges as a team. If you're looking for a place to build a meaningful career with a company that genuinely has your back, we'd love to have you join us.