Quality Control Inspector/ Estimator

**Position Summary**

We are seeking an experienced and meticulous **Quality Control (QC) Inspector/Estimator** to join our steel fabrication shop.

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring all products produced in the facility meet and exceed both the company’s and our customers' standards. This is a critical, hands-on role that involves performing all inspection activities, maintaining required documentation, and assisting in the development of QC procedures.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Quality Control**:

- **Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining** the shop's Quality Control procedures and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
- **Process, read, and interpret** complex engineering design drawings and specifications to understand the full scope of work and all quality requirements.
- Manage material receiving by **inspecting all incoming materials and associated Material Test Reports (MTRs)**, ensuring they match purchase orders and specifications.
- Perform and oversee in-process and final **dimension and detail checks** during fabrication to ensure all components are built to drawing specifications.
- Coordinate and **oversee all Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)** processes, reviewing all reports for compliance.
- **Record all process steps** and inspections as outlined in the quality manual and project-specific requirements.
- **Maintain a detailed record** of all materials, procedures (WPS/PQR), and welder/fitter certifications.
- Create, verify, and complete all final project turnover packages and **produce accurate shipping documents**.
- **Supervise the loading of finished products**, ensuring they are handled correctly and secured for transport.

**Estimating**:

- Lead or assist in the **estimating of structural steel and platework** projects.
- Perform detailed material take-offs from engineering drawings and specifications.
- Develop accurate labor, material, and equipment cost calculations for project bids.

**General**:

- Act as a primary technical point of contact for clients, engineers, and third-party inspectors regarding all quality matters.
- Maintain a **strong customer service orientation** and build positive, collaborative relationships with the internal team (shop floor, project managers) and external clients.

**Qualifications & Skills**

**Required**:

- Post-secondary diploma or degree in **Engineering Technology (Mechanical, Civil, or a related field)**.
- Minimum 3-5 years of progressive experience in a steel fabrication shop, with direct involvement in both Quality Control and Estimating.
- Proven experience with **structural steel and platework** fabrication.
- Demonstrated experience in **project estimating**, including material take-offs and labor calculations.
- Expert-level ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, and technical specifications.
- Strong knowledge of welding processes, fabrication standards, and relevant codes (e.g., CWB, ASME).
- Demonstrated experience in performing inspections and maintaining QC documentation.
- Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- High proficiency in the **Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project)** for data management and reporting.
- Proficiency in **creating and reviewing 2D AutoCAD drawings**.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build positive relationships.

**Preferred Assets**:

- Formal QC certifications, such as **CWB Welding Inspector (Level 1 or 2)**, are highly preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of **structural steel detailing** practices.
- Experience with **piping** fabrication and associated codes.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person