Quality Technician 2nd. Shift St. Joseph DAP
Saint Joseph, MN - USA
Job Summary
*The position is located in St. Joseph DAP*
What you will do
Were hiring a Quality Technician to support in-process quality assurance within our battery manufacturing operations (DAP environment).
This is an on-site plant role working both in the quality lab and directly on the manufacturing floor.
Reporting to the Quality Supervisor/Quality Manager this role partners closely with production and engineering teams.
The position is critical to ensuring product quality regulatory compliance and zero defects performance across pasting curing and COS/assembly processes.
The team drives in-process quality control and continuous improvement ensuring product integrity before it reaches customers.
This role plays a key part in protecting customers from defects supporting plant performance and maintaining compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
What Does Success Look Like
Perform in-process inspections and audits across battery manufacturing operations (pasting curing COS welding)
Verify product characteristics (dimensions weight alignment visual quality) against specifications and control plans
Identify nonconforming material and execute containment actions to protect customers
Maintain and track quality data SPC charts hold inventory and calibration logs
Support root cause analysis corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure accurate documentation audit readiness and compliance with EHS and quality standards
What we look for
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent (must be 18)
Experience using measurement equipment and documenting inspection results
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Basic experience with SAP or other MRP systems
Preferred
Associates Degree in a technical field
Experience in manufacturing quality or battery/automotive environment
Knowledge of SPC quality tools and lab testing (chemical/raw materials
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.
Whatwedo here:
St. Joseph - Assembly Plant
St. Joseph Missouri is home to our assembly plant which manufacturesautomotive and marine batteries. Several of our customers including the worlds largest automotive manufacturers recognized us for supplier excellence. We opened in 1973 and now employ more than 800 people andoperatesix days per week. We are actively involved in our local community and give back through The United Way United Cerebral Palsy and Camp Quality.
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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 2026s 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 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.
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 . 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:
IC