What you will do

Under general direction and within division policies and procedures, designs, develops and implements test and statistical process control procedures to achieve quality specification for all manufacturing processes.

How you will do it

• Directs, reviews and coaches employees engaged in measuring and testing products and tabulating data concerning material quality and process reliability, in accordance with plant goals
• Administers, supports and/or enforces health, environmental and safety standards, work practices and housekeeping policies and procedures.
• Compiles and develops training material and conducts training sessions on quality control activities.
• Can develop, interpret and communicates relevant process data, charts or reports in a timely manner.
• Audits and analyzes process procedures as practiced in-house to assure performance to specifications.
• Champion special quality & improvement projects as assigned
• Conducts routine analysis on various internal battery components.
• May develop criteria for acceptable quality levels of purchased supplies and materials including coordination with key vendors to maintain certification.
• Provides quality assurance support and refines production methods. 
• Analyzes data to provide continuous improvements in the supplier's products. 
• Develops methods for testing, sampling and training to ensure required standards are being met. 
• Conducts audits and creates finding reports to determine corrective and preventative action.  Ensures through internal auditing compliance with quality and process specifications.
• Design, develops and implements standards for inspection, testing and evaluation using statistical process control (SPC) methods.
• Creatively innovate through design or acquisition any existing quality tools or devices necessary for the process control and implementation of test procedures.
• Reviews product and process designs for compliance and safety, adherence to company standards, customer concerns and to ensure timely completion.
• Investigates material variances, reports results of investigation and recommends improvements.

What we look for

Required

• Associate's degree in engineering, statistics or related curriculum required, Bachelor's degree required

• 2-5 years' experience in manufacturing environment with progressing responsibilities
• Audit experience
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite: Excel, Access, Visio, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.

Preferred

• Project management experience preferred.
  
• Strong understanding of benchmark change management practices
• Certified as Internal TS Auditor is a preferred.
• CQE or CQA certificates preferred.
• Quality experience in ISO/TS-16949 environment preferred.

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Our fully integrated plant in Canby Oregon-Clackamas County manufactures batteries for cars, boats, motorcycles, and heavy-duty trucks and will soon celebrate 50 years in operation. We opened our doors in 1973 and now employ more than 235 people and operate six days per week. Our employees are actively involved in the community and support a variety of local organizations, including the Rotary Club and neighborhood schools. 

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 [email protected]. 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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