Quality Engineer

Clarios; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision care

401(k) with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Parental and caregiver leave

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Clarios in Winston-Salem, NC seeks a Quality Engineer for first shift to lead quality initiatives and support the QMS across components facilities. You will define quality objectives, coordinate activities per ISO/IATF16949, and report KPIs to management while driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include leading corrective actions, analyzing issues, and ensuring products meet customer expectations. English proficiency is required; battery industry experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Maintain the report system to monitor quality KPIs and objectives.
• Identify training needs, plan and carry out training.
• Education and professional knowledge of Quality Management Systems and Document Control.
• University degree in engineering or appropriate technical background in the quality management field.
• Min.3 years of working experience in quality activities in development/production, battery industry preferred.
• ISO/IATF 16949:2015 Lead Auditor Certified or plan to obtain within 90 days.
• QMS tools: APQP, FMEA, Inspection planning, SPC, DOE.

Responsibilities

• Take part in the definition of quality objectives in the business plan and strategic planning.
• Coordinate quality activities per ISO/IATF16949 and customer requirements.
• Report Key Process Figures to plant and quality management and central components functions.
• Ensure application, maintenance and continuous improvement of BOS or according to system and support projects for certification.
• Set up structures/processes in quality, detect weaknesses, and initiate improvements.
• Coordinate overlapping activities between programs and supplier base.
• Oversee quality assurance for components facilities and the QMS, including BEA and ISO/TS16949.
• Ensure products meet customer needs and expectations.
• Manage RCA process and present data to customers as required.
• Analyze quality issues, develop corrective actions, and apply tools (PFMEA, 8D, Control Plan).
• Lead significant quality issues and the QMS.
• Identify areas needing corrective action and monitor effectiveness.
• Work with suppliers on continuous improvement for products/services.
• Administer and improve quality assurance programs and monitoring systems.
• Create a culture of continuous improvement.
• Validate engineering change notices.
• Coordinate, update and approve Quality Documentation.
• Manage and maintain the QMS.

Skills

Quality Management Systems

Root Cause Analysis

ISO/IATF16949

Auditing

FMEA

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

University degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You Will Do

This will be first shift at our Winston Salem plant as a Quality Engineer.

How you will do it

• Take part in the definition of quality objectives in the business plan and strategic planning
• Coordinate quality related activities in accordance with ISO/IATF16949, Customer Requirement, and Clarios Policies
• Report Key Process Figures to the plant and quality management and the central components functions
• Ensure application, maintenance and continuous improvement of BOS or according to system and support project to reach certification
• Support in setting-up structures/processes in the quality area, to ensure optimized interfaces and processes, continuously detect weaknesses in the quality system and initiate improvement actions
• Coordinate overlapping activities between programs and supplier base
• Oversee and administer all quality assurance efforts for components facilities and the effectiveness of the quality management system, including BEA and ISO/TS16949
• Ensure that products, processes and services meet customer needs and expectations
• Ability to manage RCA (Root Cause Analysis) process and present data to customers as required.
• Analyze quality issues, concerns and complaints both internal and supplier’s issues
• Develop corrective actions to support problems and failures, suggesting modifications and corrective actions to meet customer specifications and standards through the application of quality tools and techniques (PFMEA, 8D, Control Plan, and QM Setc.)
• Take lead responsibility for significant quality issues and Quality Management System
• Identify areas where product-, process- or service quality requires corrective action, implement corrective action plans and monitor the effectiveness of the solutions.
• Working with suppliers on the continuous improvement process for products and services
• Administer, develop and implement programs and initiatives to improve quality assurance efforts
• Administer the quality assurance monitoring systems
• Create and sustain a culture that is based on continuous improvement
• Administer and validate all engineering change notices
• Coordinate, update and approve all Quality Documentation
• Manage and Maintain Quality Management System

What we look for

Required

• Maintain the report system to monitor quality KPIs and objectives
• Identify training needs, plan and carry out training (i.e. employees, staff, supervisor, etc.)
• Education and professional knowledge of Quality Management Systems and Document Control
• University degree in engineering or appropriate technical background in the quality management field
• Min.3 years of working experience, of which min. 3 years on quality related activities in a development and/or production environment, preferred in the battery industry
• ISO/IATF 16949:2015 Lead Auditor Certified or can plan to receive certifications within period of 90 days
• Trained in standards for Quality Management Systems (QMS): to ISO/IATF16949, Specific Customer Requirements
• Application of QMS tools and techniques: APQP, FMEA, Inspection planning, SPC, DOE,
• Experience in the automotive industry
• Good skill in English (oral and writing) Bilinguala plus.
• Knowledge in PC software applications (Microsoft Office Tools)
• Detail oriented and self-motivated, strong communication skills

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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. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. 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.