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Quality Engineer

Clarios

Kernersville, NC, USonsite

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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 B EA 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   a s   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 ( P FMEA, 8D,   Control   Plan, and   QMS   etc.)  

• 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 Manage 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  

• IS O/ IATF 16949 : 2015   Lead Auditor Certified   or   can   pla n to   receive certif ications 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)   Bilingual   a 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, di

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