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Lear

Supplies automotive seating and electronic systems.

Quality PPAP Coordinator

Validation, Compliance & Quality SystemsUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeFlint, MI, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Prior experience in automotive manufacturing.
  • A bachelor's degree in a related field.
  • Experience performing IATF internal audits.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and document quality processes and procedures, and partner with the management team to align quality initiatives and functions with business objectives.
  • Obtain supplier PPAP approvals and maintain required supporting documentation in Profile.
  • Submit customer PPAPs and maintain required supporting documentation in SQMS.
  • Attend PPAP conference calls and provide plant updates as required.
  • Maintain the Supplier PPAP Bump Chart matrix.
  • Assist with PTR coordination and prepare the required documentation.
  • Attend product audit reviews.
  • Support capability and Gage R&R studies with the quality engineer.
  • Maintain the SQMS matrix for new customer program PPAP status.
  • Verify SQMS PPAP status for service acceptance.
  • Print PPAP reports for service as required.
  • Support Bump Chart tracking breakpoints for product changes.
  • Attend weekly PPAP calls and provide feedback as needed.
  • Support scanning the seats, including front row, second row, and 20%.
  • Overlay scans with CAD models using PolyWorks software.
  • Verify that lab requirements are performed according to the required schedule.
  • Coordinate and assign LPA Assembly Audits and ensure completion at plant level.
  • Update the LPA board weekly.
  • Update Line Side Communication Boards weekly.
  • Perform IATF internal audits as needed.
  • Work with Program Management to understand the scope of EWO changes, supplier PPAP target dates, and EWO breakpoint dates.
  • Communicate breakpoint dates to the customer.
  • Review supplier PPAPs weekly during launch to support Non-Saleable, Saleable, and Full MRDs.
  • Prepare IMDS requests and coordinate with Lear plants' PPAP Coordinators to ensure requests are completed on time.
  • Submit IMDS requests to Lear PETC; follow up and correct issues, including BOM, supplier, and part-number issues, as necessary.
  • Attend weekly Bump Chart calls with other PPAP Coordinators, Program Managers, and the BOM Manager.
  • Report supplier and customer PPAP status updates.
  • Establish supplier and customer breakpoints and update them with the latest information.
  • Review upcoming changes and close completed changes.
  • Track all ECNs and EWOs.
  • Complete two IPPM/COPQ Kaizen projects per year to drive improvements.
  • Fill in for the Quality Coach as needed.
  • Participate in a weekly call with GM SQEs and provide PPAP status.

About the Company

Lear

Supplies automotive seating and electronic systems.

Lear Corporation provides automotive seating and electronic systems. It designs, manufactures, and supplies high-quality seating options and integrated E-Systems software to automotive manufacturers worldwide. How it works: its seating solutions include advanced ergonomics and premium materials (Leather from Eagle Ottawa, textiles from Guilford), while E-Systems involve software that enhances vehicle functionality. The company operates through a global manufacturing network across 39 countries, emphasizing operational excellence, sustainability, and scalable supply. How it differs: it combines seating expertise with electronic systems, supported by a global footprint, strong supplier relationships, and a focus on sustainable practices. Its goal: to redefine mobility by delivering reliable, comfortable, and connected in-vehicle experiences through sustainable technology.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Southfield, MI
Founded
1917

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