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https://clarios.com/careers
NAME OF EMPLOYER: Clarios, LLC
POSITION TITLE: Senior Manufacturing & Controls Engineer
POSITION LOCATION: 4722 Pear St., Saint Joseph, MO 64503
HOURS: Full Time/40 hours
JOB DUTIES: Responsible for continuous improvement of plant processes and equipment including design and PLC program changes, mechanical and electrical documentation, Six Sigma variation reduction, uptime improvements, and maintenance expense reduction. Use problem solving techniques including Pareto analysis, cause and effect analysis, multi-variable analysis, FMEA's and DOE's to reach solutions. Initiates and leads plant teams in the development of process improvements. Provide technical support for plant operations including maintenance support, capital project implementation, and Six Sigma project rollout support. Act as liaison between plant and Division Engineering personnel in communicating engineering needs process changes, project reporting, etc. Monitor process, including new equipment and tools, to ensure performance to specifications. Implement capital and non-capital projects. Work with plant quality control and manufacturing personnel to ensure process and equipment can produce product that meets quality and engineering standards. Review new and modified specifications for proper content and schedule their introduction into the manufacturing system. Identify causes and develop strategies for eliminating re-occurring downtime. Assist with ensuring tools, equipment, and processes comply with OSHA and EPA standards.
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field of study and 5 years of progressive experience in Manufacturing and Controls Engineering.
Applicants must have demonstrated experience with: 1) 5 years of experience in troubleshooting of automation controls or programming to include Automation, PLC, and HMI programming. 2) 4 years of experience providing technical direction to projects assisting in generation of Allen Bradley programs and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) for battery manufacturing processes. 3) 4 years of experience with programming software with at least 3 of the following: RsLogix 500, RsLogix 5000, Factory Talk View, Cognex Insight vision systems, PanelBuilder32, or similar software. 4) 3 years of experience in battery manufacturing or similar manufacturing processes. 5) 3 years of experience with electrical or mechanical design of manufacturing equipment, troubleshooting and replacement of machine components and commissioning. 6) 2 years of experience with continuous improvement principles including Pareto analysis, Kaizen, Lean, or Six Sigma. 7) 2 years of experience programming and troubleshooting automation systems/robotics, Denso, Fanuc or equivalent. 8) 2 years of experience coordinating multiple optimization, automation, and manufacturing projects while prioritizing and utilizing available resources. 9) 2 years of experience with CAD and the ability to read, write, and create technical documents and drawings. Any and all experience may be gained concurrently.
Applicants who are interested in this position should submit a complete resume to mariana.trevino@clarios.com Reference Job Code: #CB-0303. EOE
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 2026's 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 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.
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 passion-where 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 Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com . 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 (https://www.clarios.com/global-responsibility) . We want you to know your rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) because EEO is the law.
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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Clarios is the creator behind the world's most recognizable car battery brands. We are the car battery found in most new vehicles including leading brands such as Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. Our 16,000 employees develop, manufacture, and distribute batteries for virtually every @type of vehicle. We recover, recycle, and reuse up to 99% of our battery materials, leading sustainability practices in our industry.
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.
