Jobs

Description

Onsite

Duration: 3 Months, potential for extension or conversion

Location:  Columbia SC

Job Summary

• Client has an exciting opportunity to join our organization as a Quality Engineer (PPAP Specialist) responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all activities related to Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions for new products, engineering changes, and supplier components.
• This role ensures that all customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements are met before parts move into production.

Core Job Responsibilities (others may be added):

• Lead and manage PPAP submissions for internally manufactured and supplier-provided components.
• Develop, review, and maintain PPAP documentation including Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA studies, capability analyses, and dimensional reports.
• Ensure suppliers provide complete and accurate PPAP packages; coach suppliers on gaps and improvement needs.
• Participate in customer meetings and support audits related to PPAP and APQP deliverables.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to identify critical characteristics and quality standards.
• Coordinate measurement activities and verify first-article inspection results.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Supplier Quality to resolve nonconformities.
• Employ Quality Management System assets as assigned (NCM, CAR, Process audits, PFMEA, Control Plan, calibration, etc.)
• Use problem-solving tools (8D, fishbone, 5 Whys) to address issues identified during PPAP validation.

Successful Candidate’s Profile:

We are looking for performance-driven, innovative leaders who understand the importance of collaboration and customer focus.

• Collaborate with others to foster effective teamwork by linking own responsibilities to the team’s goals and needs - zeal for new information, knowledge, and experiences.
• Rapidly resolve problems to maximize customer satisfaction.
• Establish courses of action for self and others to ensure work is completed efficiently, such as prioritizing tasks based on importance.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology experience and at least 3 years of work experience in a manufacturing environment is required.

Essential Knowledge or Skills:

• Experience with PPAP (all levels), APQP, and core quality tools.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and measurement systems.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as machining, molding, stamping, or assembly.
• Familiarity with electrical components such as wiring harnesses, sensors, VFDs, control boxes, etc.
• Proficiency in data analysis, capability studies, and MSA.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Knowledge of MS Office tools.