<h2>The Role</h2>As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring supplier performance meets Clarios quality standards and industry requirements. This role plays a critical part in strengthening supplier capabilities, driving continuous improvement, and supporting operational excellence across the supply base. You will act as a key link between suppliers, engineering, purchasing, and plant operations to ensure product and process quality.<h2>What You’ll Do (Impact Areas)</h2>Supplier Quality Management &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Ensure supplier compliance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.</li><li>Develop and implement supplier quality requirements, procedures, and evaluation criteria.</li><li>Conduct supplier audits across systems, processes, and products to assess capabilities and risks.</li></ul>Supplier Development &amp; Performance Improvement<ul><li>Drive supplier performance through metrics, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Monitor supplier KPIs including PPM, nonconformance trends, and corrective action effectiveness.</li><li>Lead supplier development efforts to meet evolving quality expectations.</li></ul>Cross-Functional Collaboration<ul><li>Partner with Engineering, Purchasing, and Plant teams to resolve supplier-related quality issues.</li><li>Support new product introductions and changes through Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).</li><li>Review engineering drawings and specifications to validate supplier capability.</li></ul>Project Management &amp; Product Launch Support<ul><li>Support Product Launch System (PLUS) initiatives including AQP and PSO.</li><li>Lead or contribute to supplier-related projects, ensuring timelines and quality deliverables are met.</li><li>Manage supplier PPAP approvals and associated documentation (FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC).</li></ul>Problem Solving &amp; Issue Resolution<ul><li>Lead containment actions and ensure effective resolution of supplier quality issues using structured methodologies (e.g., 8D).</li><li>Facilitate root cause analysis and ensure implementation of sustainable corrective actions.</li><li>Provide on-site leadership at supplier locations when required.</li></ul>Governance &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Track and report supplier performance metrics and improvement progress.</li><li>Facilitate supplier quality reviews with underperforming suppliers.</li><li>Support internal audits and compliance requirements.</li></ul><h2>What Success Looks Like</h2><ul><li>Suppliers consistently meet or exceed quality KPIs (PPM, audit scores, on-time corrective actions).</li><li>Reduction in supplier-related defects and production disruptions.</li><li>Successful execution of product launches with fully compliant supplier processes.</li><li>Strong supplier relationships built on accountability and continuous improvement.</li><li>Timely closure of corrective actions with sustainable results.</li></ul><h2>Core Competencies</h2><ul><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Project management and execution capability</li><li>Effective communication and stakeholder influence</li><li>Data-driven decision-making</li><li>Continuous improvement mindset</li><li>Ability to work cross-functionally and build relationships</li><li>High level of accountability and ownership</li></ul><h2>What You Bring (Qualifications)</h2><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (CQE preferred)</li><li>5+ years of experience in quality engineering or supplier quality</li><li>Experience with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or VDA standards (required)</li><li>Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC methodologies</li><li>Six Sigma certification (Black Belt preferred)</li><li>Experience in manufacturing or automotive industry preferred</li><li>Bilingual: English and Spanish (required)</li></ul><h2>Work Model &amp; Travel</h2><ul><li>Location: [Insert location or hybrid model if applicable]</li><li>Travel: Up to 50%, including supplier site visits</li></ul><h2>Our Commitment to You</h2>At Clarios, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous growth. We offer:<ul><li>Opportunities for career development and global exposure</li><li>A collaborative and inclusive work environment</li><li>Recognition and performance-driven culture</li><li>Leadership development and learning opportunities</li></ul>About Clarios: Clarios is the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility. Our batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. With around 18,000 employees in over 100 countries, we bring deep expertise to our Aftermarket and OEM partners, and reliability, safety and comfort to everyday lives. We answer to the planet with a rigorous sustainability focus – advancing best-in-class sustainability practices and advocating for them across our industry. We work to ensure 100% of our products sold are recyclable, and we recycle 8,000 batteries an hour in our network. You can find more information <a href="https://presse.ftp-mtm.com/Clarios/Clarios_Overview_2024_03_20.pdf">here</a> (PDF).  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. Equal Employment Opportunity: Clarios, LLC is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law, EEO is the Law (supplement), and Pay Transparency Non-discrimination. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please email Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com.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.

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Supplier Quality Engineer TEMPORARY

<h2>The Role</h2>As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring supplier performance meets Clarios quality standards and industry requirements. This role plays a critical part in strengthening supplier capabilities, driving continuous improvement, and supporting operational excellence across the supply base. You will act as a key link between suppliers, engineering, purchasing, and plant operations to ensure product and process quality.<h2>What You’ll Do (Impact Areas)</h2>Supplier Quality Management &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Ensure supplier compliance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.</li><li>Develop and implement supplier quality requirements, procedures, and evaluation criteria.</li><li>Conduct supplier audits across systems, processes, and products to assess capabilities and risks.</li></ul>Supplier Development &amp; Performance Improvement<ul><li>Drive supplier performance through metrics, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Monitor supplier KPIs including PPM, nonconformance trends, and corrective action effectiveness.</li><li>Lead supplier development efforts to meet evolving quality expectations.</li></ul>Cross-Functional Collaboration<ul><li>Partner with Engineering, Purchasing, and Plant teams to resolve supplier-related quality issues.</li><li>Support new product introductions and changes through Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).</li><li>Review engineering drawings and specifications to validate supplier capability.</li></ul>Project Management &amp; Product Launch Support<ul><li>Support Product Launch System (PLUS) initiatives including AQP and PSO.</li><li>Lead or contribute to supplier-related projects, ensuring timelines and quality deliverables are met.</li><li>Manage supplier PPAP approvals and associated documentation (FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC).</li></ul>Problem Solving &amp; Issue Resolution<ul><li>Lead containment actions and ensure effective resolution of supplier quality issues using structured methodologies (e.g., 8D).</li><li>Facilitate root cause analysis and ensure implementation of sustainable corrective actions.</li><li>Provide on-site leadership at supplier locations when required.</li></ul>Governance &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Track and report supplier performance metrics and improvement progress.</li><li>Facilitate supplier quality reviews with underperforming suppliers.</li><li>Support internal audits and compliance requirements.</li></ul><h2>What Success Looks Like</h2><ul><li>Suppliers consistently meet or exceed quality KPIs (PPM, audit scores, on-time corrective actions).</li><li>Reduction in supplier-related defects and production disruptions.</li><li>Successful execution of product launches with fully compliant supplier processes.</li><li>Strong supplier relationships built on accountability and continuous improvement.</li><li>Timely closure of corrective actions with sustainable results.</li></ul><h2>Core Competencies</h2><ul><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Project management and execution capability</li><li>Effective communication and stakeholder influence</li><li>Data-driven decision-making</li><li>Continuous improvement mindset</li><li>Ability to work cross-functionally and build relationships</li><li>High level of accountability and ownership</li></ul><h2>What You Bring (Qualifications)</h2><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (CQE preferred)</li><li>5+ years of experience in quality engineering or supplier quality</li><li>Experience with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or VDA standards (required)</li><li>Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC methodologies</li><li>Six Sigma certification (Black Belt preferred)</li><li>Experience in manufacturing or automotive industry preferred</li><li>Bilingual: English and Spanish (required)</li></ul><h2>Work Model &amp; Travel</h2><ul><li>Location: [Insert location or hybrid model if applicable]</li><li>Travel: Up to 50%, including supplier site visits</li></ul><h2>Our Commitment to You</h2>At Clarios, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous growth. We offer:<ul><li>Opportunities for career development and global exposure</li><li>A collaborative and inclusive work environment</li><li>Recognition and performance-driven culture</li><li>Leadership development and learning opportunities</li></ul>About Clarios: Clarios is the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility. Our batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. With around 18,000 employees in over 100 countries, we bring deep expertise to our Aftermarket and OEM partners, and reliability, safety and comfort to everyday lives. We answer to the planet with a rigorous sustainability focus – advancing best-in-class sustainability practices and advocating for them across our industry. We work to ensure 100% of our products sold are recyclable, and we recycle 8,000 batteries an hour in our network. You can find more information <a href="https://presse.ftp-mtm.com/Clarios/Clarios_Overview_2024_03_20.pdf">here</a> (PDF).  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. Equal Employment Opportunity: Clarios, LLC is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law, EEO is the Law (supplement), and Pay Transparency Non-discrimination. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please email Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com.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.

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