Quality Control QA QC Inspector​/CWI

About Us

Reinicke Athens Inc (RAI) is a single-source steel fabricator and construction firm providing a full range of design, engineering, fabrication, and erection services. We are AISC certified in both fabrication and erection, and our complete in-house capabilities allow for fast response, maximum flexibility, and full coordination across all phases of a project.

RAI is an industry leader because of its people. We work hard to cultivate an environment that prioritizes building lasting relationships. We are focused on building teams of honest, dedicated professionals who are passionate about creating a better environment for our employees, customers, business partners, and communities.

QA/QC Inspector

This role will begin in our Athens, GA structural shop for training and then transition to a split schedule between our new stainless steel shop in Commerce, GA and our shop in Anderson, SC.

The QA/QC Inspector is responsible for inspecting and ensuring the quality of fabrication and welds performed by production staff. This role certifies that final products are free of defects and conform to AISC standards and contract documents.

This is an excellent growth opportunity for an experienced Fitter who would like to move into a quality‑focused role.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Fitter of handrails and stairs
• Ability to read and interpret structural steel blueprints
• Knowledge of weld testing procedure methods
• Strong math skills with the ability to read and interpret measurements
• Knowledge of AWS D1.1, AWS D1.6, and AISC codes applicable to steel fabrication preferred
• Prior quality or inspection experience is a plus
• CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) certification is a plus
• NDT Ultrasonic Testing (UT) experience is a plus
• Ability to work a 6:00am–4:30pm schedule, Monday through Saturday, across Athens, GA, Commerce, GA, and Anderson, SC shops

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of shop fabrication, including weld preparation, final welds, and final paint inspections
• Ensure fabricated materials conform to drawings, shop standards, specifications, and applicable codes
• Record and maintain in-process and final inspection documentation for quality assurance and production control
  
  Identify and help resolve drawing discrepancies in coordination with detailers
• Coordinate with customer inspectors during inspection phases
• Communicate defects and quality concerns to shop foremen
• Assist shop personnel with interpretation of drawings and specifications

• Day shift schedule, typically 6:00am–4:30pm Monday through Friday, with some Saturdays required
• Overtime hours available
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for extended periods and safely maneuver around construction equipment and vehicles in an active shop environment
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, elevated work areas, fumes or airborne particles, and varying weather conditions
• Ability to climb temporary or permanent stairs and ladders
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, balance, stoop, and reach regularly
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

All full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, STD/LTD insurance options, a matched 401(k), and an annual performance bonus.

Compensation is based on experience.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills. Employees may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities as needed.

RAI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are a drug‑free workplace, and all employment offers are contingent upon successful drug screening and E‑Verification.