Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Title

Certified Welding Inspector - Steel Fabrication

Reports To

QA/QC Manager

Flsa

Non-Exempt

### JOB SUMMARY

The Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) performs inspections on welded products in a fabrication environment. The CWI utilizes magnification and stress equipment to ensure the products meet specifications and quality standards according to blueprints and knowledge of welding and metallurgy. Primary duties will include the visual welding inspection of poles and heavy structural steel assemblies for compliance to the specified detail drawings as well as AWS and AISC specifications The individual is also responsible for ensuring the weld machines are set up and operating correctly and the welding techniques of welders to guarantee the quality of the work.

### QUALIFICATIONS

3 - 5 years of experience in the welding of heavy steel assemblies, preferably with a portion of that time spent in an inspection role.

An in depth ability to read and understand shop drawings, especially weld symbols.

Basic knowledge of ASIC and AWS national codes.

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or other continuous improvement techniques desired.

Maintain an attitude conducive to progress through positive change, continuous improvement, and an active contribution to the teamwork concepts.

Possess exceptional

communication and interpersonal skills.

Must possess a strong attention to detail.

Ability to work independently, follow directions

Good oral and written communication skills

Successfully pass a background check, including criminal history, drug screen, physical, audiogram, and vision test.

### RESPONSIBILITIES

Adhere to all safety requirements and protocols.

Meet AWS standards for quality and safety.

Read work instructions and/or drawings to interpret and confirm production and/or assembly information.

Verify that the base materials and consumable welding materials conform to the specifications and that the welding filler materials used are as specified for each base material or combination of base materials.

Verify that the welding equipment to be used for the work is appropriate for the use with the welding procedure and has the capability to meet the applicable requirements of the welding procedure.

Verify that the welding procedures are as specified and are qualified, and that the welding performed is performed in conformation to the applicable procedure.

Perform required tests as dictated by AWS D1.1.

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