Apple Inc. Cupertino , CA 95014
Posted 4 weeks ago
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At Apple, a Product Quality Manager
Key Qualifications
Subject Matter Expert for all things related to visual color and texture comparison and assessment
5+ years of experience in developing quality plans or experience with color appearance, gloss, texture and GD&T metrology preferred
Knowledge of quality concepts, supplier management, and manufacturing operations including; Quality Plans, FMEA, auditing, corrective and preventative actions, sampling methodologies, and process capability
Proven understanding of problem-solving tools including root cause analysis and statistical process control principles
Understanding of project management concepts. Direct PM experience a plus.
Knowledge and ability to execute limit sample analysis in manufacturing settings
Experience with any of the following: optical coatings, plating, anodizing, resin compounding, pigmentation, textiles, dyeing or color formulation.
Detail oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Description
We enable the mass production of incredible products and work in tandem with Apple's renowned designers to develop measurement technologies, quality control strategies, information systems, and manufacturing methods that achieve ambitious specifications at massive production scale.
Drive corrective actions cross-functionally with internal and external team members
Qualify and implement groundbreaking quality inspection tools; including visual and instrumental tools/processes.
Develop and direct studies to implement improvements in measuring methods where appropriate.
Establish audit procedures appropriate to program and supplier to ensure adherence to Apple quality standards.
Assess supplier production control and quality programs, identify shortfalls to expectations, and work with suppliers to correct.
Review quality plans at supplier sites and internally with Apple groups to ensure expectations are understood at all levels
Evaluate supplier readiness and alignment to quality plans at all development and qualification stages.
Monitor each supplier's performance through measurement of production line statistics, company inspections, and audits.
Prepare summary of performance and communicate to appropriate broader team and management.
25-30% international travel required
Education & Experience
BS or higher in Engineering or Color Science required. Project management experience is a positive.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity.
Pay & Benefits
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.
Apple Inc.