Quality Technician II: Precision Inspection and QC Impact

Hayward Industries, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hayward Holdings Inc. is a leading manufacturer of residential and commercial pool equipment with facilities across the U.S. The role focuses on ensuring quality across all manufacturing stages from receiving to final assembly.

You will perform detailed inspections, lead First Article Inspections, and audit suppliers to uphold engineering standards. Candidates should apply analytical thinking, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Must have strong analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to read technical drawings and interpret specifications.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Keen attention to detail with strong observational skills.
• Experience using mathematical concepts in QA.
• Ability to define problems verbally and in writing.
• Experience analyzing data and drawing valid conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with operators, supervisors, and engineering to enforce quality standards.
• Perform detailed visual and dimensional inspection of materials/components.
• Conduct First Article Inspections on new parts or revision changes.
• Audit suppliers using gauges, tools and measuring devices.
• Generate Nonconforming Material Reports when deviations occur.
• Enter data on part history and supplier performance into databases.
• Evaluate test data using spreadsheets or software.
• Use SPC and capability analysis to improve processes and reduce variability.
• Recommend modifications to production or QA standards for quality.
• Inspect First Piece setup in fabrication areas.
• Perform QA inspections across receiving to final assembly.

Skills

Analytical skills

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Mathematical concepts

Problem solving verbal/written

Data analysis

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

CMM certification

Roamer Arm

Job description

Hayward Holdings Inc. is a leading manufacturer of residential and commercial pool equipment with facilities across the U.S. The role focuses on ensuring quality across all manufacturing stages from receiving to final assembly.

You will perform detailed inspections, lead First Article Inspections, and audit suppliers to uphold engineering standards. Candidates should apply analytical thinking, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication.