PPAP Technician

We are currently seeking a PPAP Engineer for an on-site, full-time, permanent role based in Tipton, West Midlands. Working hours: 38.5 per week. 730am to 430pm Monday to Thursday, and 730am to 12pm on Fridays. We would consider candidates who may not have experience in a PPAP Engineer role, but who have worked in a Quality role (such as Inspection) and who are familiar with PPAP documentation and looking to progress in their career. Job Purpose * Verification of submitted product for NPI or revalidation. * Verification and review of supplier PPAP documentation. * Compilation of Level 3 PAPP documentation for submission to customers. * To provide effective and efficient assistance to our existing Quality Department. * Active contribution as a member of the Quality Team. Job Duties and Responsibilities * Verification of new products received prior to submission to customer. * Interpreting drawings and specifications in order to understand acceptance criteria. * Competently use inspection equipment such as micrometers, callipers, Keyence IM machines, thread ring and plug gauges, to verify dimensional conformance of products. * Reviewing for acceptance of all supplier submitted documentation. * Liaising with suppliers and Supplier Quality Engineer where errors, omissions or concerns are found with supplier provided samples or documentation. * Compiling and consolidation of all relevant documentation required for a robust PPAP. * Submission of validated Level 3 PAPP to customers. * Supporting SQE, Technical Assistance and NPI where appropriate. * Associated filing and administration tasks. Candidate Specification * Must be from an engineering background ideally gained within the automotive or engineering fasteners industry. * Be competent in the use of general inspection equipment. * Knowledge and understanding in the use of CMM. * Knowledge and understanding in the Section, prepare, mount, and test samples for hardness conformance (HV0.3, HV10, HV30). * To understand Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). * Knowledge and understanding 3D CAD models & Software. * Demonstrate high attention to detail. * Have a good understanding of Automotive tools such as PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, Gauge R & R, IMDS and APQP. * Must be IT literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. * Ensure emails and other correspondence are professional, contain the appropriate information whilst remaining concise. * Able to work to targets. * Be flexible and adaptable to the demands of the role. * Driving license is an advantage. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent