Quality Systems Engineer

United States, Arizona, Yuma

Full time

WD49901

What You Will Do

• Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with automotive industry and customer quality requirements.

• Lead internal audits of manufacturing processes and quality systems to verify compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards.

• Manage quality documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), policies, and quality manuals.

• Drive corrective and preventive action initiatives to address internal and customer-related quality issues.

• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and process optimization.

• Serve as a key liaison between operations, engineering, and customer-facing teams to align on quality objectives and issue resolution.

How You Will Do It

• Administer and maintain the Quality Management System in accordance with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 requirements.

• Plan, coordinate, and lead internal quality audits, ensuring effective follow-up on findings and corrective actions.

• Manage document control processes, including the review, approval, and update of quality-related documentation.

• Facilitate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities and implement CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) processes.

• Utilize quality tools such as FMEA, PPAP, and Statistical Process Control (SPC) to improve process performance and product quality.

• Apply problem-solving methodologies including 8D, 5 Why, and Ishikawa to resolve quality concerns.

• Monitor key quality metrics and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Support customer quality requirements and ensure effective communication across manufacturing, engineering, and operations teams.

What We Look For

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.

• 2-4 years of quality assurance or quality engineering experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment.

• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and APQP methodologies.

• Experience with quality tools including FMEA, PPAP, and Statistical Process Control (SPC).

• Strong problem-solving skills utilizing methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, and Ishikawa.

• Experience conducting internal quality audits and managing corrective action processes.

• Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification.

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

• Experience working in an automotive manufacturing environment.

• Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives and quality system enhancements.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Clarios will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visas for this opportunity.

What we do here

Our Yuma, Arizona distribution center charges, packages, and ships the batteries used in cars, boats, and motorcycles. We opened in 2006, employ more than 180 people, and operate six days per week. We are actively involved in our local community through The United Way, Green Pasture Ranch, Crossroads Mission, and the Yuma Community Food Bank. We are the proud recipient of the 2019 Heart of Yuma Community Service Award.?

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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 View email address on click.appcast.io . 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.

A Note to Job Applicants: please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.

To All Recruitment Agencies : Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.

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.

A Note to Job Applicants : Please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.