We always do the right thing, the right way.

Job Title: Operations Coordinator

Location: Garden Grove, CA USA

Department: Operations

Reports To: Sr. Program Manager

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Summary: At Aptiv, we inspire the world's most innovative teams by doing the right thing, the right way. As our Operations Coordinator, you will be responsible for supporting end-to-end order fulfillment, ensuring accurate order entry, timely shipments, compliance documentation, and coordination with internal teams and subcontractors. This role plays a key part in maintaining on-time delivery performance and meeting customer requirements.

This position reports to the Sr. Program Manager.

Leadership & Core Responsibilities:

• Enter customer orders into the system.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure orders are processed and aligned with production schedules.
• Update customer portals with accurate ship dates to maintain on-time delivery commitments.
• Prepare shipping documentation, including shipping labels, material certifications, Supplier Deviation Requests (SDR), and deviation requests as needed.
• Submit inspection documentation and coordinate inspection requests.
• Manage post-shipment activities, including invoicing through customer portals and updating customer shipping portals with tracking and shipment details.
• Support material sales to customers.
• Ensure all documentation meets customer and quality compliance requirements.
• Communicate with internal teams (operations, quality, procurement) to resolve issues and maintain workflow efficiency.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in operations, supply chain, or order management (aerospace or manufacturing preferred).
• Experience with aerospace or high-reliability industry requirements is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with shipping, compliance, and quality documentation (SDR, certs, inspection reports), as well as an understanding of inspection and quality control workflows.
• Knowledge of subcontractor coordination and purchase order processes.
• Experience with customer portals and ERP systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook).
• Detail-oriented and process-driven with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, paired with a problem-solving mindset.

Certifications & Competencies:

Systems Proficiency: Google Workspace / SmartView / Salesforce / ADP / Syspro / QMS / Planful / AwardCo.

Core Competencies: Accountability, Collaboration, and Empowerment (ACE); strong communication, sound judgment, teamwork, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.

Compensation, Benefits & Legal:

Total Rewards & Compensation: The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00 per hour. Exact compensation will depend on experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. For benefits and career opportunities, visit https://www.aptiv.com/careers.

EEO Statement

Aptiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities). We adhere to all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination and strictly prohibit workplace harassment of any kind.

Compensation: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour