What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Welding Inspector position at Edwards, Inc.?
Edwards, Inc. is a full-service industrial general contractor providing construction, fabrication, and crane services. We are seeking a Day Shift Quality Control Welding Inspector for our Spring Hope, NC, Pipe Fabrication Shop. This position works Monday through Thursday 6am to 6pm with possible Fridays and Saturdays based on workload.
- Inspect shop fabrication and isometric drawings for accuracy.
- Verify pipe spools meet dimensions as specified in shop fabrication and isometric drawings.
- Check heat number traceability for correctness.
- Conduct visual examinations of shop welds.
- Ensure welding filler materials comply with standards and records are accurate.
- Maintain weld procedure specifications adherence.
- Verify weld preparations, sizes, and placement align with shop details.
Ideal Candidate Requirements:
- Physical demands include walking/standing on varied surfaces, working in confined spaces, climbing, and lifting up to 135 lbs.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
Essential Requirements & Skills:
- Requirements
- 5 years of experience in industrial piping (preferred but not required)
- Organizational skills
- Able to interpret basic weld symbols as defined by AWS A2.4
- Able to read and interpret codes (e.g., ASME B31.1, B31.3, etc.)
- Ability to read shop fabrication and isometric drawings.
- Ability to read dimensional measuring devices.
- Experience reading weld procedures and specifications (Preferred)
- Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (preferred but not required)
- Excellent communication skills and commitment to safety.
- Additional Skills
- Valid driver's license (Preferred)
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) is a plus but not required.
Working Conditions:
The work environment may be indoor or outdoor, with the possibility of overtime, overnight, and weekend work. Pre-employment investigations may include drug tests, physical functionality evaluations, criminal background checks, MVR, and/or skills assessments.
