Advanced Quality Manager (m / f / d)
Stellenbeschreibung:

    Overview

    At Clarios we are producing the worlds best batteries essential for the evolving future of transportation. Our advanced low-voltage batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. Ready to direct your talent and Quality expertise towards shaping the future of Advanced Quality management at Clarios? Then take on the challenge and become part of our Quality Chain team! Power your future with Clarios and explore the possibilities with us.

    As Advanced Quality Manager (m / f / d) you will drive the Advanced Quality Culture across the EMEA region by leading quality activities for new product and process launches as well as change management. Your work will follow automotive Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) methodology, Clarios Power D3 launch process and IATF 16949. In this position you will be responsible for supporting the development of your direct reports through targeted feedback, coaching, and structured development planning. The position will be based in our Clarios EMEA headquarters office in Hannover, Germany.

    What you will do

    • Lead a team of Advanced Quality Engineers in EMEA supporting successful product and process launches across the region. Your key responsibilities include:
    • Guide and support your team by overcoming roadblocks and exceeding expectations
    • Ensure appropriate staffing for all active Simultaneous Development Teams (SDTs) in collaboration with Program Management and Quality leadership
    • Secure the necessary training and support for your team in Clarios Power D3 launch process, customer-specific requirements, and key quality tools such as FMEAs, Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans and PPAP / PPA
    • Drive the professional growth of your team through structured development planning and regular feedback

    What makes you a good fit

    Education & Certification

    Bachelors degree in a relevant field such as Quality or Engineering (required)

    Certified Quality Auditor (e.g. ASQ EOQ IRCA) advantageous

    Trained in Quality Management Systems (QMS) standards including: ISO 9001, IATF 16949

    Core Competencies

    Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP): Proven experience in implementing APQP processes across development and production phases ensuring alignment with automotive quality standards.

    Automotive Core Tools Proficiency: FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC.

    PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)

    Structured Problem-Solving Methodologies: 8D Reports, Ishikawa (Fishbone) Diagrams, 5-Why Analysis

    Quality Management Systems: Hands-on experience in developing auditing and improving QMS in automotive environments. Strong understanding of compliance, traceability and continuous improvement

    Technical Knowledge

    Lead-Acid Battery Technology: Familiarity with design, production and quality control of low-voltage battery systems. Experience in automotive battery applications and related testing protocols

    Software & Tools : Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; skilled in standard PC applications used for quality documentation and reporting

    Managerial & Communication Skills

    Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional teams within development and production settings

    Capable of independent project ownership and decision-making

    Strong communication skills for customer-facing roles and internal collaboration

    Fluent in English; German language skills are a plus for customer and documentation interactions

    What we offer you

    As a technology leader with strong brands (i.e. VARTA and OPTIMA) Clarios notably lives on the creativity, capability and satisfaction of its employees. Therefore we offer people with drive and power many good reasons to join us:

    Exciting professional tasks and challenges in a diverse international, future-oriented environment with strong commitment to integrity, values, social engagement and sustainability.

    Arrange your working hours and breaks flexibly via our flexible working hours model and combine your professional and private life with our above-average vacation days, mobile work policy and company kindergarten.

    A competitive remuneration package including additional payments as well as a company pension scheme.

    Your well-being is very important to us: take advantage of preventive health care offers such as fitness center, physiotherapist, modern office environment, healthy canteen, team and company events or hobby clubs.

    Stay fit whilst contributing to our environment: Lease your company bike.

    Our well-advanced onboarding process and buddy program supports you to quickly grow into the position and team. By using our Learning Academy, LinkedIn Learning and EMEA Mentoring Program you will be able to further grow professionally and personally.

    We also support relocation and help with finding an apartment in your work location if applicable and depending on individual factors.

    You want to learn more about the position and our EMEA region? Check out our regional page and get in touch with our recruiting team.

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    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.

    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.

    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

    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.

    Required Experience :

    Manager

    Key Skills

    Children Activity,Customer Service,B2C,Ale,JavaScript,Asic

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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Stelleninformationen
  • Typ:

    Vollzeit
  • Arbeitsmodell:

    Vor Ort
  • Kategorie:

    Development & IT
  • Erfahrung:

    2+ years
  • Arbeitsverhältnis:

    Angestellt
  • Veröffentlichungsdatum:

    02 Okt 2025
  • Standort:

    Hannover
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