Shop QA/QC Inspector

About the role

Black & McDonald’s Saskatchewan team is seeking a dedicated QA/QC Inspector to ensure the highest standards of quality in a fast‑paced pipe fabrication and CWB‑certified welding shop in Saskatoon, SK.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee quality assurance and control for pipe fabrication and structural welding in accordance with CWB (CSA W47.1/W59) and ASME B31.1/B31.3 standards.
• Review welding procedures, isometric drawings and fabrication standards for compliance.
• Conduct fit‑up, in‑process and final inspections of welded pipe spools and structural components.
• Identify non‑conforming items, document them and manage corrective action plans.
• Maintain inspection records, weld maps, traceability documentation and ensure equipment calibration.
• Support material receiving inspections, verify heat numbers, MTRs and perform dimensional checks.
• Participate in internal and external audits, NCR investigations and root‑cause analysis.

Required profile

• Active CWB Welding Inspector registration (CSA Standard W178.2‑18) with a valid CWB W59 Inspector Level I.
• Entry‑level to 3 years of workshop experience.
• Good communication skills and ability to interpret welding symbols and defects.

Required skills

• CWB Welding Inspector certification.
• Knowledge of CSA W47.1, CSA W59, ASME B31.1 and ASME B31.3.
• Ability to read and interpret isometric drawings and welding procedures.
• Basic understanding of NDT processes.
• Proficiency with measurement and testing equipment, weld maps and traceability documentation.