Precision QA Technician — SPC & Inspection Expert

Hayward Holdings, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hayward Holdings Inc. in the United States is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to join our manufacturing QA team. The role covers visual and dimensional inspections, First Article inspections, and supplier audits across receiving to final assembly.

The candidate will analyze data, apply SPC, and propose process improvements while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal communication skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Experience using mathematical concepts.
• Ability to define problems verbally and in writing.
• Experience analyzing data and drawing valid conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates to determine/enforce quality standards and procedures.
• Performs detailed visual and dimensional inspection of materials/components.
• Performs First Article Inspections on new parts or revisions.
• Audits of suppliers using gauges and measuring devices.
• Generates nonconforming Material Reports and communicates findings.
• Enters data on part history, supplier performance and defect rates into databases.
• Uses SPC and capability analysis to improve processes.
• Recommends modifications to improve quality; inspects first piece setup.
• Performs QA inspection across receiving, fabrication and final assembly.
• Maintains QA area with housekeeping and safety policies.
• Disposes unacceptable material per procedures.
• Knowledge of basic brazing concepts.
• Certified in operating/programming CMM and Roamer Arm or trained for QA gas testing.
• Able to train or mentor other team members in QA tasks.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Mathematical concepts

Problem definition (verbal/written)

Data analysis

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Hayward Holdings Inc. in the United States is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to join our manufacturing QA team. The role covers visual and dimensional inspections, First Article inspections, and supplier audits across receiving to final assembly.

The candidate will analyze data, apply SPC, and propose process improvements while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards in a fast-paced environment.