APQP & PPAP Quality Coordinator

Brighton NC Machine; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

401K Plan

Job summary

Brighton NC Machine is seeking a PPAP Coordinator to manage Production Part Approval Process activities, collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain, and ensure timely approvals and documentation for new and existing programs.

The role requires knowledge of AIAG Core Tools and IATF 16949, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in MS Office. The successful candidate will help drive continuous improvement and maintain compliance across facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools including APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, MSA, and Control Plans.
• Working knowledge of IATF 16949 requirements and internal auditing.
• Proficiency with MS Office and quality documentation systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate customer PPAP submissions.
• Support capability studies and Gage R&R activities.
• Maintain PPAP status for new customer programs.
• Participate in weekly APQP (V-Step) meetings and provide feedback.
• Review PPAP status with the Quality Manager weekly.
• Communicate supplier and customer PPAP status updates.
• Establish and maintain supplier and customer breakpoints.
• Develop and update core quality documents including Process Flow Diagrams and PFMEAs.
• Perform IATF 16949 internal audits as assigned.
• Conduct layered process audits.
• Support corrective action investigations and implementation.
• Utilize measurement and test equipment to support quality activities.
• Support problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain environmental responsibilities per ISO14001.
• Ensure flammables and aerosols are stored properly.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment.

Skills

AIAG Core Tools

IATF 16949 knowledge

Auditing principles

MS Office proficiency

Quality documentation systems

Engineering drawings / GD&T

Analytical reasoning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical education related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quality documentation systems

Job description

Brighton NC Machine is seeking a PPAP Coordinator to manage Production Part Approval Process activities, collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain, and ensure timely approvals and documentation for new and existing programs.

The role requires knowledge of AIAG Core Tools and IATF 16949, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in MS Office. The successful candidate will help drive continuous improvement and maintain compliance across facilities.