Controls Specialist

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Holland, OH, USA
In-Office
Junior
Automotive • Hardware • Other • Energy
The Role
Support continuous improvement of plant processes and equipment through PLC/program changes, mechanical/electrical documentation, Six Sigma techniques, uptime and maintenance cost reduction. Lead problem-solving teams, provide technical support for maintenance and capital projects, ensure process capability and quality, implement improvements, and reduce recurring downtime.
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What you will do

Under minimal supervision, responsible for the 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.

How you will do it

  • Efficiently use problem solving techniques including Pareto analysis, cause and effect analysis, multi-variable analysis, FMEA's and DOE's to reach solutions.

  • Initiate and lead 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 is capable of producing product that meets quality and engineering standards.

  • Review new and modified specifications for proper content and schedules their introduction into the manufacturing system.

  • Identify causes and develops strategies for eliminating re-occurring downtime.

What we look for

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or Manufacturing preferred.)

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in an engineering role within a manufacturing environment. (Internship experience in Industry preferred but not required)

  • Minimum 1 year of experience with PLC programming and ladder logic.

  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Solidworks, Excel, Power-point, and other related programs.

Preferred

  • Experience in Robotics programming, troubleshooting, and diagnostics . (Fanuc / Denso)

What we do here

Our Toledo, Ohio fully integrated plant manufactures batteries used in automotive and marine applications. This is our largest plant at Clarios. We opened our facility in 1981 and now employ more than 700 people and operate six days per week. We are actively involved in our local community and give back through the United Way, Habitat for Humanity, Cherry Street Mission, and Ronald McDonald House.  

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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 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 [email protected]. 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.

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.

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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or Manufacturing preferred)
  • Minimum 1 year of experience in an engineering role within a manufacturing environment
  • Minimum 1 year of experience with PLC programming and ladder logic
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Internship experience in industry
  • Experience in robotics programming, troubleshooting, and diagnostics (Fanuc / Denso)

Clarios Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Clarios and has not been reviewed or approved by Clarios.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, with multiple medical plan options plus dental and vision, and eligibility starting on the first day in the U.S. Coverage is also described as including mental-health resources, virtual care, and fertility treatment options.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support is framed as competitive through a 401(k) match structure that is explicitly defined (full match on the first portion of contributions and partial match on the next tier). Vesting expectations are noted as something to confirm, implying the benefit is meaningful but plan specifics can vary.
  • Parental & Family Support Parental leave is described as clearly defined and fully paid for a set duration, including distinctions by delivery type. Family-oriented elements also include adoption-related benefits and dependent eligibility framed as inclusive.

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The Company
HQ: Milwaukee, WI
10,001 Employees
Year Founded: 2019

What We Do

Clarios creates the most advanced battery technologies for virtually every type of vehicle. We are a global leader in advanced energy storage solutions, powering one in three of the world’s vehicles. We produce more than 150 million batteries – one-third of the industry’s output – every year, and we continue to build and expand our capacity to meet our customer’s future demand.

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