Advance Quality Manager

What you will do

Provide quality leadership across the US organization in Advanced Quality Planning (AQP) management.

Ensure product quality and compliance throughout the development lifecycle from prototype to ramp-up.

Deploy industry and customer-specific AQP standards and integrate ASPICE processes into automotive software development.

Lead quality planning for New Product Introductions (NPIs) including risk assessments control plans and validation protocols.

Drive issue resolution in design validation and manufacturing processes reducing launch risks and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ).

How you will do it

Implement APQP PPAP and Core Tools to align quality strategies with lifecycle stages.

Utilize JAMA for requirements traceability and Jira for issue tracking and project management.

Review challenge and simplify test systems while applying quality-driven procedures.

Provide technical expertise in PFMEA Control Plans and Inspection Standards to mitigate risks.

Facilitate structured root cause analysis and coach cross-functional problem-solving teams.

Train and mentor team members on APQP procedures Core Tools and best practices.

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful product launches and customer satisfaction.

Document and manage lessons learned to continuously improve processes and reduce COPQ.

Conduct all activities in compliance with company safety policies and procedures .

What we look for

Required

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Chemical Engineering Quality Management or related field.

Minimum 5 years of experience in quality management within automotive electronics or manufacturing industries.

Proven experience with APQP PPAP Core Tools ASPICE implementation and software quality processes.

Strong leadership and coaching abilities with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Proficiency in quality methodologies (FMEA SPC MSA).

Experience with JAMA and Jira for requirements and issue management.

Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred

Masters degree in engineering or quality management.

Six Sigma Green / Black Belt certification.

ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 auditor certifications.

ISO 26262 certification.

CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) certification.

Familiarity with AIAG / VDA Core Tools.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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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 Employee Assistance Program and domestic partner benefits

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 2025s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the third consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Who we are :

Clarios is the force behind the worlds most recognizable car battery brands powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford General Motors Toyota Honda and Nissan. With 18000 employees worldwide we develop manufacture and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering recycling and reusing up to 99% of battery materialssetting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios were not just making batteries; were shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate push boundaries and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarioswhere 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 passionwhere you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

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 . 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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Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

APQP,Quality Assurance,ISO 9001,Lean Six Sigma,PPAP,Root cause Analysis,ISO 13485,Quality Systems,Quality Control,Quality Management,As9100,Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1