Overview

Fabrication Product Tester Jobs in Columbia, SC at AVANTech LLC

What Will Set You Up for Success:

  • Assist Certified Welding Inspectors (CWI’s) in setting up and performing pneumatic tests on standard waste boxes

  • Support visual inspections and learn to recognize welding and fabrication attributes under direct supervision

  • Participate in pre-fabrication dimensional and visual inspections on machined or prepared components

  • Opportunity to rotate through the finishing department and receiving to gain exposure to load tests, hydrostatic (hydro) tests, paint inspections, and receiving inspection

  • Maintain organized inspection documentation and ensure clear communication with fabrication and quality personnel

  • Option to receive structured on-the-job training to begin accruing hours towards VT/MT/PT qualifications under company procedures


Qualifications:

  • Mechanical aptitude and experience working with hand tools, gauges, or mechanical equipment

  • Ability to read and interpret basic engineering or fabrication drawings

  • Strong attention to detail and a desire to grow in the field of quality inspection

  • Willingness to work in fabrication shop and field environments with appropriate PPE

  • Basic math and measurement skills (e.g., using calipers, micrometers, or tape measures)

  • High school diploma or GED required; trade school or welding/fabrication coursework a plus

  • Standing 9 hours per day in shop environment


Preferred (but not required):

  • Experience or coursework in welding, machining, or mechanical inspection

  • Familiarity with pneumatic or hydrostatic testing setups

  • Exposure to NDE/NDT principles or desire to pursue a career as a Receiver or Assembler


Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance with employer contributions.

  • 401(k) savings plan with employer match

  • Generous paid time off and holidays

  • Career path and training for future growth opportunities


Job:

  • Onsite, full time, hourly, non-exempt position

  • Must be able to pass drug screen and background check


AVANTech, LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer


REQUIREMENTS

AVANTech is seeking a hands-on, mechanically inclined Fabrication Setup and Tester to support the inspection and testing of equipment. This is an entry-level role ideal for individuals who enjoy working with tools, can read drawings, and are looking to start a career in welding and fabrication inspection. The position offers the option of rotation through various departments for future growth such as Receiving, Tool Room, Finishing as time permits.

Title: Fabrication Product Tester

Company: AVANTech LLC

Location: Columbia, SC

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