Mechanical / Welding Quality Control Associate
Job Description
**Position Summary**
We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Associate to ensure that machined and fabricated parts meet required specifications, drawings, and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have strong blueprint-reading skills, hands-on experience with precision measuring equipment, and knowledge of welding symbols and common weld defects.
### Key Responsibilities
- Read and interpret comprehensive engineering and fabrication drawings.
- Inspect machined and fabricated parts for dimensional accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Use precision measuring equipment, including:
- Calipers
- Micrometers
- Height gauges
- Other inspection and measuring tools
- Verify parts meet drawing requirements, tolerances, and quality standards.
- Interpret weld symbols and inspect welds for compliance with specifications.
- Identify common weld defects and report nonconforming conditions.
- Document inspection results accurately and communicate quality issues to the appropriate personnel.
- Support corrective actions and continuous quality-improvement efforts.
Job Requirements
### Required Qualifications
- Ability to read and understand detailed engineering, machine, and fabrication drawings.
- Experience inspecting machined and fabricated parts.
- Proficiency using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and related measuring equipment.
- Knowledge of standard weld symbols and common weld defects.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with production and quality teams.
### Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in a manufacturing, machining, or metal fabrication environment.
- Experience with inspection documentation and nonconformance reporting.
- Familiarity with quality standards, tolerances, and inspection procedures.
Additional Information
For more than 20 years, Tradeco Construction has been a trusted workforce partner to leading mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors across the country. Our reputation is built on providing dependable, safety-focused, highly skilled tradespeople who take pride in doing quality work every day.
At Tradeco, we believe great companies are built by great people. From our trades people to our managers and leadership team, we are committed to creating a professional, positive, and respectful work environment where every employee is valued.
When you join Tradeco, you become part of an organization that appreciates your skills, supports your success, and treats you with the professionalism and respect you deserve. Come experience what it means to work for a company that truly cares about its people.