Ppap Quality Technician

PPAP QUALITY TECHNICIAN

Mar 2, 2026

Columbia, SC

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Job Title: PPAP Quality Technician

Location: Columbia, SC

Duration: 4-6 Month Contract (Month-to-Month)

Position Overview

We are seeking a PPAP Quality Technician to support Supplier Quality Engineers with inspection and measurement activities related to the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) for new product introductions.

This role is focused on collecting dimensional data and inspection results and providing that information to engineering teams to support PPAP submissions. The Supplier Quality Engineers will complete the PPAP documentation in the system.

Candidates must already have hands-on experience measuring parts using standard inspection tools and interpreting GD&T.

Key Responsibilities

Perform dimensional measurements and inspections on electrical and mechanical components to support PPAP activities

Record measurement data and inspection results and provide documentation to Supplier Quality Engineers

Conduct First Article Inspections (FAIs) and support inspection documentation requirements

Use hand measurement tools including calipers, micrometers, pin gauges, optical comparators, tape measures, and torque wrenches

Use a Fluke meter to check electrical continuity and verify wiring harness pin layouts against drawings

Inspect wiring harness components to confirm wire gauge, connectors, and termination pins meet engineering specifications

Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and GD&T requirements

Document inspection data in Excel spreadsheets and quality systems

Support data entry and documentation in Windchill, ETQ, Oracle, or similar quality management systems

Communicate inspection findings and potential issues to the Supplier Quality Engineering team

Required Qualifications

HS Diploma or GED

Experience as a Quality Technician, Quality Inspector, or similar manufacturing quality role

Demonstrated ability to measure parts using standard inspection tools

Strong understanding of GD&T and ability to interpret engineering drawings

Experience performing First Article Inspections (FAIs)

Familiarity with electrical components or wiring harness inspections

Experience using a Fluke meter to check electrical continuity

Basic proficiency with Excel and quality documentation systems

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting PPAP processes in a manufacturing environment

Experience with Windchill, ETQ, Oracle, or similar quality systems

Experience working with electrical and mechanical assemblies

Additional Details

Project work is expected to last approximately 4-6 months, with potential extension depending on workload

Potential for future full-time opportunities, though conversion is not guaranteed

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