Quality Control Assistant

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 Weld Inspection & Quality Verification

•        Perform in-process and final visual weld inspections on fabricated assemblies in accordance with applicable welding

codes (primarily AWS D1.1) and Capitol's quality standards.

•        Evaluate welds against code and drawing acceptance criteria, identifying deficiencies such as undercut, porosity,

incomplete fusion, cracks, incorrect weld size, and dimensional non-conformances.

•        Verify fitup and joint preparation prior to welding; confirm that joint geometry, root openings, and material preparation

meet the requirements of the applicable Welding Procedure Specification (WPS).

•        Confirm that welders are working from and following the correct, current approved WPS for each weld they are

performing.

•        Perform dimensional inspections of fabricated members and assemblies to verify conformance with shop drawings and

applicable tolerances.

•        Inspect incoming materials with the Receiving/Inventory Coordinator to verify material identification labels, quantities,

and documentation match purchase orders and job requirements.

 Communicating Deficiencies & Requirements

•        Clearly and professionally communicate weld deficiencies and inspection findings directly to welders and fabrication

team members on the shop floor.

•        Explain the specific nature of each deficiency — what the issue is, what the code or WPS requires, and what corrective

action is needed — in a manner that is constructive and easy to understand.

•        Relay inspection hold points, witness points, and quality requirements to production personnel at the appropriate stage

of fabrication to prevent progression of non-conforming work.

•        Communicate all significant findings, recurring deficiencies, and unresolved quality issues to the QC Supervisor

promptly and with sufficient detail to support disposition decisions.

•        Support the QC Supervisor in delivering corrective guidance and coaching to welders when technique errors or WPS

deviations are identified.

 Nonconformance Documentation

•        Initiate and complete Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) for identified deficiencies, capturing accurate objective

evidence including weld location, deficiency type, applicable code reference, and photos as required.

•        Ensure nonconforming material and welds are properly identified and marked to prevent inadvertent acceptance or

shipment pending disposition.

•        Verify that corrective rework or repairs have been completed satisfactorily before re-releasing work for the next

operation or final inspection.

•        Maintain accurate, complete inspection records for each job in accordance with Capitol's QMS documentation

requirements.

NDE Support & Coordination

•        Assist the QC Supervisor with scheduling and coordinating nondestructive examination (NDE) activities including

magnetic particle testing (MT), liquid penetrant testing (PT), and ultrasonic testing (UT).

•        Support NDE activities on the shop floor as directed by the QC Supervisor, including surface preparation, access

coordination, and follow-up documentation.

•        Perform basic NDE methods as trained and authorized; all NDE work performed independently requires qualification

under Capitol's Written Practice per ASNT SNT-TC-1A.

 Drawing & Document Review

•        Review shop drawings and work orders prior to and during inspection to confirm that fabricated work matches

dimensional requirements, weld callouts, and applicable notes.

•        Verify that production personnel are working from current, approved revisions of shop drawings; notify the QC

Supervisor immediately if superseded documents are identified in use.

•        Reference applicable welding codes and WPSs during inspection activities to confirm acceptance criteria are correctly

applied.

 QMS Support & Record Keeping

•        Maintain thorough, legible, and organized inspection records for all assigned projects in accordance with Capitol's

quality management system requirements.

•        Assist the QC Supervisor with maintaining welder qualification continuity logs, calibration records, and other QMS

documentation as directed.

•       Support internal audit preparation and audit activities by ensuring records are complete and accessible when

requested.

•       Follow all documented QMS procedures and work instructions applicable to the QC Assistant role.

 Additional Duties

•        Perform other related duties as assigned in support of quality control operations and Capitol's fabrication quality

objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

 Required

•        High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical coursework in welding technology, quality, or

a related field preferred.

•        Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in a welding, fabrication, or quality inspection role within a manufacturing or

structural steel environment.

•        Demonstrated ability to visually assess weld quality and identify common weld defects and discontinuities in a

production setting.

•        Working knowledge of weld symbols, joint types, and basic fabrication drawing interpretation.

•        Familiarity with Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and the ability to verify that weld parameters and techniques

conform to documented procedure requirements.

•        Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate, organized inspection documentation.

•        Clear and professional verbal communication skills; ability to deliver quality findings and corrective requirements to

welders and production personnel directly and constructively.

•        Basic computer literacy sufficient to complete digital inspection forms, access job documentation, and communicate

via email.

• Ability to pass drug screen and background check.

Preferred

•        Familiarity with AWS D1.1 (Structural Welding Code – Steel) visual inspection acceptance criteria.

•        AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential, or active progress toward CWI certification; support for obtaining

this credential may be available.

•        Experience performing or assisting with nondestructive examination (MT, PT, UT) in a fabrication or industrial

environment.

•        Familiarity with nonconformance reporting systems and quality management documentation practices.

•        Prior experience working within an AISC-certified or similarly quality-audited fabrication environment.

•        Experience using fillet weld gauges, calipers, and other basic inspection tools.

 WORKING CONDITIONS

 Physical Requirements

•        Regularly required to stand, walk, and move throughout the fabrication shop floor for extended periods during

inspection activities.

•        Occasional bending, kneeling, and reaching to access weld joints and assembly areas in various positions.

•        Occasional lifting and carrying of documents, binders, and inspection equipment up to 25 lbs.

•        Must be able to perform close visual inspection and use hand-held measurement and inspection tools in shop

conditions.

•        Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, hard hat, and steel-

toed footwear at all times on the shop floor.

 Environmental Conditions

•        Work is performed primarily in a fabrication shop environment subject to noise, heat, dust, welding fumes, and heavy

equipment operation.

•        All applicable safety protocols and PPE requirements must be followed at all times when working in or near fabrication

and production areas.

 Schedule & Environment

•        Monday through Friday schedule. We have a day shift and a night shift. Flexibility may be required to support

inspection deadlines or production schedules.

•        This is an on-site position. Remote work is not applicable to the essential functions of this role.