Quality Engineer

Clarios; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Clarios is seeking a senior Quality Engineer to lead testing, SPC development, audits, and corrective actions across manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to resolve quality concerns and drive continuous improvement.

The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering, 6+ years in QA/Quality Engineering in manufacturing, and strong knowledge of IATF 16949/ISO standards, SPC, and problem-solving skills. On-site position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field is required.
• Minimum of 6 years of Quality Assurance/Quality Engineering in manufacturing.
• Experience with IATF 16949, ISO 9001 or other quality systems.
• Strong SPC, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, GD&T, and specs.
• MS Office proficiency and strong communication/leadership skills.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and QA tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct analysis, inspections, testing, validation, and integration activities to ensure product and process quality.
• Develop and implement SPC tools including control charts, sampling techniques, Pareto analysis, and other methodologies.
• Conduct internal plant audits for QMS (IATF 16949/ISO standards), product quality, and record retention practices.
• Issue and follow up on corrective actions for root cause resolution and prevention.
• Coordinate engineering change activities and support new product introductions.
• Lead special projects assigned by the Quality Manager.
• Interface with customers, conduct on-site investigations, and implement corrective actions as required.
• Prepare and present technical reports and quality metrics to leadership.

Skills

SPC knowledge

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement

Engineering drawings

GD&T

Technical specifications

MS Office

Communication

Leadership

Manufacturing processes

Quality systems

Quality assurance tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field

Job description

What You Will Do

Under general direction and within division policies and procedures, design, develop, and implement testing and statistical process control procedures to ensure quality specifications are achieved across all manufacturing processes. This role is responsible for driving product and process quality, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, conducting audits, and partnering with customers and cross-functional teams to resolve quality concerns and enhance operational performance.

How You Will Do It

• Plan and conduct analysis, inspections, testing, validation, and integration activities to ensure product and process quality.

• Develop and implement statistical process control (SPC) tools, including control charts, sampling techniques, Pareto analysis, and other quality methodologies.

• Conduct internal plant audits for Quality Management Systems, including IATF 16949/ISO standards, product quality, laboratory procedures, work instructions, and record retention practices.

• Issue and follow up on corrective actions to ensure effective root cause resolution and prevent recurrence.

• Analyze process performance data using SPC methods and recommend process improvements.

• Perform quality engineering reviews of design documentation, quality manuals, and quality records to ensure compliance with requirements.

• Collect, organize, and interpret quality data generated through process control and laboratory analysis.

• Coordinate engineering change activities and support new product introductions.

• Develop innovative solutions to quality issues identified through audits, inspections, and customer feedback.

• Communicate significant quality concerns, trends, and improvement opportunities to management.

• Prepare and present technical reports, quality metrics, and program updates to leadership and cross-functional teams.

• Develop and execute quality plans for new product development projects.

• Lead special projects assigned by the Quality Manager.

• Interface directly with customers, conduct on-site investigations, and implement corrective actions as required.

• Support business and customer requirements through flexibility in work schedules, including overtime when necessary.

What We Look For

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.

• Minimum of 6 years of Quality Assurance or Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, or other Quality Management Systems.

• Strong knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, and technical specifications.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, and decision-making skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Windows-based applications.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with the ability to work effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production methods, quality systems, and quality assurance tools.

Preferred

• Experience in automotive manufacturing or highly regulated manufacturing environments.

• Experience supporting customer quality investigations and corrective action processes.

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or related quality certification.

• Experience leading cross-functional continuous improvement projects.

• Familiarity with laboratory testing methodologies and audit management practices.

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Clarios will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visas for this opportunity.

What we do here

Toledo - Fully Integrated Plant

Our Toledo, Ohio fully integrated plant manufactures batteries used inautomotive and marine applications. This is our largest plant at Clarios. Weopened our facility in 1981 and now employ more than 700 people and operatesix days per week. We are actively involved in our local community and giveback through the United Way, Habitat for Humanity, Cherry StreetMission,andRonald McDonald House.

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.

Who we are:

Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.

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. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing [e-mail]. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.