Supplier Quality Technician (PPAP)

Location: Jefferson City, Tennessee, United States; onsite role combining office work with field and production-environment activities. Travel of up to 50% may be required.

Salary: $82,900–$134,300 per year across U.S. locations.

Company

hirify.global's JLG business develops access equipment, including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles, and accessories.

What you will do

• Review PPAP submissions for completeness and compliance with AIAG and customer requirements.
• Validate dimensional data, control plans, FMEAs, material certifications, testing, MSA results, capability studies, and process validation data.
• Coordinate with suppliers to close documentation gaps, manage resubmissions and interim approvals, and drive corrective actions.
• Track PPAP status, escalate risks or delays, and prepare Part Submission Warrants and approval documentation.
• Maintain PPAP records and revision control while supporting audits, product launches, and design or process changes.
• Provide in-plant supplier quality support and contribute to SCARs and root-cause analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least three years of experience in quality, supplier quality, or PPAP coordination.
• Working knowledge of AIAG Core Tools, including PPAP, APQP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications.
• Experience reviewing dimensional reports, certifications, validation documentation, and process capability data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality or document management systems; experience with QMS, supplier portals, or PPAP platforms.
• Ability to travel up to 50% and perform office, field, and production-floor duties, including walking, standing, moderate lifting, and climbing stairs.

Nice to have

• Master's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Quality or AIAG Core Tools certifications.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949.
• Manufacturing or supplier quality experience.

Culture & Benefits

• People-first culture focused on team member growth and success.
• Competitive total rewards package.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.