Quality Engineer II

About the role

Design, develop, and implement quality tests and statistical process control procedures to achieve manufacturing quality specifications.

Conduct annual plant quality audits across manufacturing facilities.

Lead investigations and resolution of customer quality concerns and complaints.

Serve as a project leader for cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.

Partner with manufacturing plants and cross-functional teams to ensure customer satisfaction and product quality.

Support new product and process development activities while ensuring APQP requirements are met.

How You Will Do It

• Perform statistical analyses including capability studies, regression analysis, T-tests, F-tests, and control chart evaluations.
• Facilitate and drive Kepner-Tregoe (K-T) problem-solving methodologies throughout manufacturing operations.
• Lead cross-functional teams in developing and maintaining Control Plans, FMEAs, and Level 3 quality documentation.
• Ensure compliance with ISO/TS quality standards and internal quality system requirements.
• Utilize data analysis and reporting tools to provide database support and quality insights to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams to improve processes and drive operational excellence.

What We Look For

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field. 1-2 years of Quality Engineering experience demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Preferred: Working knowledge of ISO/TS Quality Standards and Statistical Process Control (SPC), ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification or equivalent Quality Engineering experience, Knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) requirements, Strong statistical analysis skills and experience with quality improvement methodologies.
• PREFERRED: Bilingual in Spanish and English, Lean Manufacturing experience, Experience leading cross-functional teams and continuous improvement projects, Experience with Control Plans, FMEAs, and quality documentation systems.

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.

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.