Quality Engineer - 1st. Shift - St. Joseph DAP

What you will do

Conduct quality assurance analysis to monitor day-to-day production processes and ensure compliance with standards.

Refine production methods by analyzing operational data and identifying opportunities for efficiency gains.

Drive supplier improvements through continuous monitoring of product quality and performance metrics.

Develop testing and training methods to validate product standards and upskill teams.

Conduct audits and generate findings reports to recommend corrective and preventative actions.

Measure success through KPIs such as defect reduction, audit compliance scores, supplier performance ratings, and cycle-time improvements.

What Does Success Look Like

Achieve measurable reductions in product defects and rework.

Ensure supplier compliance with quality standards through effective audits.

Increase efficiency in production processes by implementing refined methods.

Maintain accurate and actionable reporting that drives corrective actions.

Build a culture of continuous improvement through training and testing programs.

Deliver consistent improvements in supplier product quality and reliability.

What we look for

University degree with 1-year minimum experience, or 2-year degree with 6 years minimum experience, or equivalent combination.

Data analysis skills with ability to interpret and act on quality metrics.

Audit and reporting experience in a production or supplier environment.

Knowledge of quality standards and methods for testing, sampling, and training.

Preferred

Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).

Supplier management experience in manufacturing or production settings.

Familiarity with QA software tools for tracking and reporting.

What we do here:

St. Joseph - Assembly Plant

St. Joseph, Missouri, is home to our assembly plant which manufactures automotive and marine batteries. Several of our customers, including the world’s largest automotive manufacturers, recognized us for supplier excellence. We opened in 1973 and now employ more than 800 people and operate six days per week. We are actively involved in our local community and give back through The United Way, United Cerebral Palsy and Camp Quality.

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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.

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