Job Description

Quality Inspector

Maple Grove, MN | Direct Hire | $45–$55/hour

Industry-leading company seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Quality Inspector to support manufacturing operations in the northwest suburbs. This role focuses on inspecting innovative welded and fabricated components to ensure compliance with customer specifications, industry codes, and internal quality standards. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, hands-on inspection experience in a manufacturing environment, and certification as an AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).

Quality Inspector Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality departments to integrate inspection activities into project schedules.
• Perform visual inspections of welds and fabricated components to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Provide technical guidance to welding and fabrication personnel to ensure proper techniques and quality practices are followed.
• Prepare and maintain detailed inspection reports, photos, and records for all quality activities.
• Review welding procedures (WPS), qualification records (PQR, WQTR), and related documentation for adherence to project and industry requirements.
• Conduct inspections of fabricated vessels, skidded systems, and internal vessel components.
• Support in-house fabrication and inspection of PVC, PVDF, and PP components.

Required Travel (Local & National):

• 20% - 25%

Quality Inspector Qualifications:

• Diploma or certification from a trade school, preferably in welding or a related discipline.
• 5–7 years of experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Understanding of NACE (National Association of Corrosion Engineers) standards preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of ASME B31.3, ASTM, ASME, and AWS D1.1 codes.
• Hands-on experience inspecting PVDF/PP piping welds for high-purity or semiconductor applications.
• Experience in inspecting PVC piping bonds and related assemblies.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) required.
• Familiarity with WPS, WQTR, and PQR documentation.
• Certified in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methods.

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Konik is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.

Konik has been a leader in the technical staffing industry for more than 50 years, providing the fastest and easiest link between employees and employers. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception and maintains a strong commitment to customer service.