The Regional Quality Engineer - Injection Molding is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of strategies to improve performance through data analysis and standardization of key processes in accordance with the Clarios Manufacturing System. The position focuses on every aspect from inception to delivery and all related systems, structure and processes that impact quality of our product, regardless of function.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, and essential duties required to successfully perform this job.  

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of quality strategies based on best practices (regional and global), lessons learned and data analysis.




• Assist plant QA Managers and the BCD facilities Quality Management System.




• Conduct 3rd party audits as required to reinforce Clarios and plant quality procedures.




• Drive standard quality data and traceability data recording across division and reporting practices on Key Process Indicators




• Coordinate and address all escalated design technical issues, supplier issues and/or customer claims from the region and liaise with the battery plants and central multidisciplinary functions.




• Change management and Launch Support for product/process development teams (PDT / SDT) and manage mold/machine approval process to customer approval with the plants as applicable.




• Develop project plans for improvement initiatives using 6 Sigma DMAIC process and be a Problem Solving facilitator for customer rejects, scrap events, etc.




• Review Corrective Action reports for complete root cause analysis and robust implementation of Permanent Corrective and Preventive Actions, when applicable




• Review results from IATF, Internal and Layered Process audits to prioritize systemic training opportunities and assure look across.to ensure closed loop verification across the BCD.




• Support the Plant Quality Managers on providing specific quality related training. 




• Support IBT escalation process between regions.

Key Qualifications/Requirements

• Experience as a Plant Quality Engineer




• Minimum 5 years work-related experience in an automotive environment  




• Excellent organizational, leadership, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.




• Effective written and verbal communication & presentation skills




• Certified Auditor (IATF 16949, desired VDA 6.3, CQI-23)




• Knowlodge on Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC)




• Must be proficient in computer use, including Statistical Techniques & methodologies.




• Good attention to detail, and able to work in a team environment.




• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively in a team environment.




• Ability and willingness to work overtime to meet customer/division needs.

Who we are:
Clarios is the creator behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands. We are the car battery found in most new vehicles including leading brands such as Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. Our 16,000 employees develop, manufacture, and distribute batteries for virtually every type of vehicle. We recover, recycle, and reuse up to 99% of our battery materials, leading sustainability practices in our industry. Clarios, formerly Johnson Controls Battery Group, is currently a Brookfield portfolio company. Learn more about us at www.clarios.com.

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. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, gender, ethnicity, and all other 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.

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