Position is for a Structural Steel Quality Control Inspector, intermediate to senior level. You will be responsible for verifying layout, fit-up, dimensions, and weld quality of fabricated components in accordance with approved shop drawings and specifications, prior to and after welding. This role is hands-on and shop-based and also requires the ability and willingness to assist with fabrication, welding, rework, and other duties as required.
The successful candidate will have strong structural-steel fabrication experience and the ability to communicate clearly with welders and fabricators to ensure welding details, fit-up requirements, and quality expectations are understood and met. This role also includes assisting and supporting newer or junior fabricators in resolving fit-up, layout, or drawing-related issues.
AC Metal Fabricating Ltd. is a long-standing corporation in the division of Structural & Miscellaneous metal fabrication and installation. We promote and provide a supportive environment to ensure that all employees are treated with respect and provided with the latest set of tools to complete their work. We offer competitive wages and health benefits to go along with full-time employment.
• Review approved shop drawings, specifications, and welding details prior to fabrication
• Verify layout, dimensions, hole locations, camber, squareness, and fit-up against drawings before welding
• Inspect assemblies, beams, columns, HSS, plates, and miscellaneous steel components during fit-up and after welding
• Verify weld size, length, placement, and overall quality in accordance with drawings and applicable standards
• Communicate welding details, requirements, and corrections clearly to welders and fabricators
• Identify non-conformances or discrepancies and works with production staff to resolve issues efficiently
• Assist with fabrication, fitting, welding, rework, and general shop tasks as required
• Assist new or junior fabricators in understanding drawings, layout requirements, and fabrication methods
• Use measuring tools such as straightedges, combination squares, tapes, levels, and other layout tools
• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations
• Maintain a high standard of workmanship and supports overall shop quality objectives
• Structural steel fabrication: 2-5 years (Required)
• Welding: 2-5 years (preferred)
• Quality control inspection experience in a structural steel fabrication shop (asset)
• Valid driver's license (required)
• Welding or inspection certification (asset, not required)
• High school diploma
• Strong blueprint and shop drawing reading skills
• Solid background in structural steel fabrication
• Strong understanding of fit-up, layout practices, and welding requirements
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail and tight deadlines
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Willingness to perform hands-on fabrication, welding, and other shop duties as required
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
