Quality Manager

What you will do

With minimal supervision, the Quality Manager directs plant quality assurance efforts with emphasis on identification and solution of process, material or labor problems that could compromise plant and division quality commitments. Trains staff and applies analytical and statistical analyses to achieve required quality results. Provides customer and supplier contacts relating to quality performance of a technical nature. This will be onsite 5 days a week at our Red Oak Plant.

How you will do it

• Own plant quality control systems across process, purchased materials, and finished products to meet cost and customer expectations
• Manage QA systems including warranty, scrap, compliance, SNRs, and customer concerns
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and customer-specific requirements
• Lead customer issue resolution, including 8D responses, change management, and PPAP submissions
• Interface with customers (OEM/aftermarket) and suppliers to resolve quality issues
• Drive corrective and preventive actions with cross-functional teams
• Monitor quality metrics, analyze trends, and improve cost of quality
• Manage defective material disposition and QOS system performance
• Lead, develop, and oversee Quality Engineers and Technicians
• Ensure audit readiness and represent the plant during audits
• Oversee plant quality reporting and monthly submissions
• Support process changes, technical studies, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Trained First Responder

What we look for

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or other technical field
• Knowledgeable in program launch processes and CSR
• Proficient in Excel, Power point, Program Manager
• Travel expectation is approximately 20% of time between Milwaukee and other Clarios sites (US and Mexico)
• Experience in TS16949, PPAP, SPC and other quality standards. Experience in TS16949 standards and facilitating continuous improvement using formal quality methodology and tools
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead a QA Team within a manufacturing environment; automotive preferred

Preferred

• 5+ years of QA management experience in a manufacturing environment; automotive highly preferred
• Statistics background, Minitab a plus

Red Oak - Components Plant

Red Oak, Iowa is home to our components plant which manufactures PowerFrame grids. We have been recognized by the state of Iowa as a renewable energy partner and have received the MidAmerican Energy Clean Air Excellence Award. We opened in 2003 and employ more than 80 people and operate six days per week. Our employees give back to the community through a variety of organizations, including The United Way, Wilson Performing Arts Center, and Relay 4 Life.

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 Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. 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.

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