Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)

Scope:

This one half to one day program is designed to develop an understanding and application of the Production Part Approval Process.

Designed for:

Anyone performing, supervising or providing any deliverables of the PPAP process.

Content:

  • Basics of PPAP
  • Events that necessitate PPAP submittal
  • Understanding the Part Submission Warrant
  • Checklist for PPAP development
  • Multidisciplinary and cross-functional team approaches
  • Options and variations in PPAP submittals
  • Sample procedures for PPAP

Goals:

To provide participants with opportunities to:

  • Review PPAP file information
  • Gain understanding of PPAP process
  • Develop skills to interface with the customer on PPAPs
  • Comply with ISO/QS-9000/TS 16949 standards/requirements

Objectives:

Upon completion of the program, participants will be able to:

  • Evaluate PPAP files for completeness
  • Organize and prepare PPAP submittals
  • Interface with customers to negotiate PPAP details