Fabrication Quality Technician

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Fabrication Quality Technician to ensure fabricated and welded components meet customer specifications, drawings, and industry standards. This role is ideal for a welder transitioning into inspection/quality. The position also supports shipping/receiving to maintain accurate flow, documentation, and on-time movement of parts.

Key Responsibilities

Inspection & Quality

- Perform in-process and final inspections on fabricated and welded parts.

- Conduct visual weld inspections—identify pits, pores, porosity, and size discrepancies.

- Verify materials, dimensions, and finishes against engineering drawings and specifications.

- Document inspection results, nonconformance, and corrective actions in the designated logs/systems.

- Collaborate with the Supervisor to provide feedback and maintain quality standards.

- Work alongside the Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) for higher-level inspections (e.g., magnetic particle, dye penetrant, food-grade).

- Perform dye penetrant testing and pressure/leak testing (air or hydrostatic) as specified.

Materials Control & Workflow Coordination

- Track and store all parts and associated paperwork (prints, certs, inspection sheets) until complete work orders are assembled.

- Once complete, gather all parts and paperwork and move them to the next operation per the traveler/routing.

- Work closely with Expedite (primarily via email) to locate parts in the shop, confirm status, and ensure parts are moved or checked off promptly to meet on-time delivery.

- Monitor outside services (e.g., paint, plating, heat treat):

- Create and fill out outside service tags,

- Make and include copies of all required prints/certs,

- Coordinate pickups/returns, and

- Track due dates to ensure on-time completion.

Shipping & Receiving

- Assist with unloading incoming parts from trucks and from other Bayside location; verify counts and condition.

- Confirm received items match packing slips or purchase orders before releasing.

- Stage, unstack, and route materials to the proper department.

- Support outbound shipments, ensuring inspection tags, certifications, and quality documentation are included.

- Assist with packaging and labeling as needed.

Meetings & Communication

- Attend the weekly scheduling meeting every Monday at 10:00 AM.

- Communicate status updates, issues, and risks proactively to the Supervisor, Expediter, or CWI.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

- Based in the fabrication shop with exposure to welding, grinding, and fabrication processes.

- PPE required: safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toe boots.

- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 50 lbs).

- Movement between workstations, inspection areas, and shipping/receiving zones; occasional travel between Bayside locations.

Qualifications

- Background in welding/fabrication preferred; strong interest in inspection/quality.

- Working knowledge of welding processes, symbols, and applicable standards (AWS/ASME).

- Ability to interpret blueprints, customer prints, and GD&T.

- Strong attention to detail; solid documentation and organizational skills.

- Proficiency with measuring tools and inspection methods.

- Effective teamwork and communication skills; email coordination with Expedite required.

Work Schedule & Pay

- Shift: First Shift, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:00 PM

- Breaks: One 10-minute paid break and one 15-minute paid lunch per shift.

- Compensation: $24.00 – $28.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

- Insurance: Health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.

- Retirement: 401(k) plan available.

Paid Time Off

- Includes PTO and paid holidays per company policy.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Employee discount

- Flexible schedule

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

- High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

- Fabrication Inspection: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

- Green Bay, WI 54304 (Required)

Work Location: In person