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Mid South Steel

Quality Control Inspector

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Quality Control Inspector - 2nd Shift Midsouth Steel | College Park, GA Schedule: Monday-Thursday ... Monitor welding and fabrication activities to ensure work is performed according to approved ...

PIVOT Workforce

Pipe QA/QC

High Point, NC · On-site

Piping QA/QC Client Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term, Long-term, Life Insurance, PTO ... The Ideal Candidate 3 to 5 years' experience in welding. Knowledge of structural pipe. Familiarity ...

NCSL International

$26.25 - $36.25/hr

Develop production inspection plans and quality-control processes. * Support customer, classification, and program-specific requirements. * 5+ years of welding-engineering or welding-quality ...

NCSL International

Welding Engineer & Quality Lead

Austin, TX · On-site

$35.50 - $48.75/hr

Develop production inspection plans and quality-control processes. * Support customer, classification, and program-specific requirements. * 5+ years of welding-engineering or welding-quality ...

Organo USA, Inc.

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

Mechanical/ plastic welding and metal welding performing inspections and tests on products or materials to ensure quality standards are met. * Perform inspections and quality control assessments on ...

Organo USA, Inc.

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

Perform inspections and quality control assessments on welding and fabrication processes. Ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards, including AWS, ASME,DVS and OSHA regulations. Interpret ...

MRINetwork Jobs

Quality Control Manager

Columbia, MO · On-site

Quality Control Manager Location: Columbia, MO Region Position Overview A growing industrial ... Lead and develop Quality Inspectors, Welding Inspectors, and Quality personnel while ensuring ...

MRINetwork Jobs

Quality Control Manager

Columbia, MO · On-site

Quality Control Manager Location: Columbia, MO Region Position Overview A growing industrial ... Lead and develop Quality Inspectors, Welding Inspectors, and Quality personnel while ensuring ...

MRINetwork Jobs

Quality Control Manager

Columbia, MO · On-site

Quality Control Manager Location: Columbia, MO Region Position Overview A growing industrial ... Lead and develop Quality Inspectors, Welding Inspectors, and Quality personnel while ensuring ...

MRINetwork Jobs

Quality Control Manager

Columbia, MO · On-site

Quality Control Manager Location: Columbia, MO Region Position Overview A growing industrial ... Lead and develop Quality Inspectors, Welding Inspectors, and Quality personnel while ensuring ...

MRINetwork Jobs

Quality Control Manager

Columbia, MO · On-site

Quality Control Manager Location: Columbia, MO Region Position Overview A growing industrial ... Lead and develop Quality Inspectors, Welding Inspectors, and Quality personnel while ensuring ...

MRINetwork Jobs

Quality Control Manager

Columbia, MO · On-site

Quality Control Manager Location: Columbia, MO Region Position Overview A growing industrial ... Lead and develop Quality Inspectors, Welding Inspectors, and Quality personnel while ensuring ...

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How much do welding qc jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for welding qc in the United States is $26.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $32.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a welding QC?

Welding QC (Quality Control) inspectors are professionals responsible for ensuring that welding work meets required standards and specifications. They inspect welds for quality, safety, and compliance with industry codes, using various methods such as visual inspection, ultrasonic testing, and radiography. Their role is crucial in industries like construction, manufacturing, and oil and gas, where the integrity of welded joints affects the safety and durability of structures. Welding QC inspectors also document inspection results and may recommend corrective actions when issues are found.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a welding QC?

To thrive as a Welding QC (Quality Control), you need a strong understanding of welding processes, materials, and inspection standards, usually supported by certifications like AWS CWI or CSWIP. Familiarity with non-destructive testing (NDT) methods and quality management systems such as ISO 9001 is essential. Attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and effective communication help ensure compliance and resolve issues quickly. These skills are crucial to maintain safety, meet industry standards, and deliver high-quality welds in manufacturing or construction environments.

What are some common challenges faced by welding QC professionals during inspections, and how can they be addressed?

Welding QC professionals often encounter challenges such as incomplete documentation, tight project deadlines, and ensuring welds meet strict codes and standards. Addressing these issues involves maintaining clear communication with welders and supervisors, staying organized with inspection records, and keeping up-to-date with industry standards. Proactively participating in team meetings and continuous training can also help overcome these challenges, ensuring consistent welding quality and safety compliance.

What is the difference between Welding Qc vs Welding Inspector?

AspectWelding QcWelding Inspector
CertificationsASME, AWS certifications often requiredASME, AWS certifications often required
Work EnvironmentQuality control departments, fabrication shopsConstruction sites, fabrication shops, industrial plants
Job FocusEnsuring welding procedures and documentation complianceInspecting welds for quality and adherence to standards
Employer & IndustryManufacturing, construction, oil & gasConstruction, manufacturing, oil & gas

Welding Qc professionals focus on quality assurance processes, documentation, and procedures, while Welding Inspectors primarily evaluate welds on-site for defects and compliance. Both roles require similar certifications and work in related environments, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various Welding Qc job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,523 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

Quality Control Inspector

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Mid South Steel
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Quality Control Inspector – 2nd Shift

Midsouth Steel | College Park, GA

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 3:00 PM–1:30 AM (with mandatory OT as needed)

Position Summary

Midsouth Steel is seeking a detail-orientedQuality Control Inspectorto join our fabrication team onsecond shift. The Quality Control Inspector will work directly in the fabrication shop, overseeing the quality of work performed by our welding and fabrication teams and ensuring finished products meet Midsouth Steel's quality standards, project specifications, and applicable requirements. This is a hands-on position requiring a strong understanding of structural steel fabrication and welding processes. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working independently in a busy shop environment, reading blueprints and welding symbols, performing dimensional and visual inspections, and maintaining accurate quality documentation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Inspect structural steel and miscellaneous steel fabrication throughout the production process.
  • Monitor welding and fabrication activities to ensure work is performed according to approved drawings, specifications, and Midsouth Steel quality standards.
  • Perform visual inspections of welds and fabricated components and identify defects, deficiencies, or workmanship issues.
  • Verify dimensions, fit-up, orientation, and other fabrication requirements using tape measures and appropriate inspection tools.
  • Read and interpret structural steel fabrication drawings, shop drawings, details, and welding symbols.
  • Work closely with welders, fabricators, foremen, and production management to identify and resolve quality issues.
  • Document inspection results, nonconformances, corrections, and other quality-related information accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Maintain quality control records and assist with documentation control to ensure inspection records are complete and properly maintained.
  • Verify that required inspections and quality checkpoints are completed throughout the fabrication process.
  • Identify recurring quality issues and communicate them to the Quality Manager and appropriate production personnel.
  • Assist with maintaining compliance with applicable project specifications, welding requirements, and Midsouth Steel quality procedures.
  • Support final inspections of completed fabricated components prior to painting, shipping, or delivery.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while performing inspections.
  • Perform other quality-related duties as assigned by the Quality Manager.
Required Qualifications
  • Ability and willingness to work second shift: Monday–Thursday, 3:00 PM–1:30 AM.
  • Previous experience instructural steel fabrication, welding, or a related manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to accuratelyread a tape measureand perform dimensional inspections.
  • Ability to read and interpretblueprints, shop drawings, and fabrication details.
  • Familiarity withwelding processes, welding terminology, and welding symbols.
  • Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication practices and quality expectations.
  • Strongdocumentation control and recordkeeping skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies or workmanship issues.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with welders, fabricators, supervisors, and management.
  • Ability to work independently and make sound decisions regarding quality issues.
  • Ability to work safely in a fast-paced steel fabrication shop environment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous experience as aQuality Control Inspectorin structural steel fabrication.
  • Experience inspecting structural steel welds and fabricated components.
  • Familiarity withAISC quality requirementsand structural steel inspection practices.
  • AWS or other welding/quality certifications.
  • Experience with inspection documentation, nonconformance reports, and corrective actions.
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