Quality Engineer

What you will do

Under general direction and within division policies and procedures, designs, develops and implements test and statistical process control procedures to achieve quality specification for all manufacturing processes.

How you will do it

• Directs, reviews and coaches employees engaged in measuring and testing products and tabulating data concerning material quality and process reliability, in accordance with plant goals
• Administers production salary/wage policy, disciplinary procedures, company policies and/or union agreements for operating personnel properly
• Administers, supports and/or enforces health, environmental and safety standards, work practices and housekeeping policies and procedures
• Develops an understanding of how to maintain good employee relations through coaching and consistent application of employee relation policies.
• Partners with operating personnel to meet established goals
• Trains production and salaried employees to perform work assignments safely and efficiently.
• Compiles and develops training material and conducts training sessions on quality control activities.
• Audits and analyzes process procedures as practiced in-house to assure performance to specifications.
• Champion special quality & improvement projects as assigned by Management.
• Conducts routine analysis on various internal battery components.
• May develop criteria for acceptable quality levels of purchased supplies and materials including coordination with key vendors to maintain certification.
• Provides quality assurance support and refines production methods.
• Analyzes data to provide continuous improvements in the supplier's products.
• Develops methods for testing, sampling and training to ensure required standards are being met.
• Conducts audits and creates finding reports to determine corrective and preventative action. Ensures through internal auditing compliance with quality and process specifications.
• Design, develops and implements standards for inspection, testing and evaluation using statistical process control (SPC) methods.
• Creatively innovate through design or acquisition any existing quality tools or devices necessary for the process control and implementation of test procedures.
• Supports manufacturing and process designs with other team members assigned to project.
• Reviews product and process designs for compliance and safety, adherence to company standards, customer concerns and to ensure timely completion.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and Access. Able to use and develop Access databases.
• Regularly applies critical thinking, problem solving and lean manufacturing principles.
• Interface and engage with internal customers & suppliers, including tracking and reporting of quality metrics.
• Utilize Six Sigma and Lean principles.
• Investigates material variances, reports results of investigation and recommends improvements.
• Solicits and encourages process, procedure and equipment improvements from team members.
• Audits Standard Work Practices for each area and regularly review for effectiveness through team meetings and practice.

What we look for

• Minimum of 1-3 years' experience in manufacturing environment with progressing responsibilities.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, statistics or related curriculum required.
• Quality experience in ISO/TS-16949 environment preferred.
• Certified as Internal TS Auditor is a preferred.
• CQE or CQA certificates preferred.
• Project management experience preferred.
• Ability to multitask, manage projects and build cohesive teams.
• Able to work all shifts and hours as required.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and build trust with an hourly manufacturing workforce.
• Strong understanding of benchmark change management practices
• Strong cultural sensitivity and understanding of diversity & inclusion strategic priorities
• Highly organized and deadline driven with the ability to prioritize
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite: Excel, Access, Visio, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.

What you get

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching - all starting on date of hire
• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
• Parental and caregiver leave programs
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility
• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Veterans/Military Spouses

We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion-where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide.