MANUFACTURING QUALITY ENGINEER, COLOR- SOFTGOODS

SummaryPosted: Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number:200560554Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. The people here at Apple don’t just create products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. At Apple, a Manufacturing Quality Engineer – Color defines product color appearance specifications and manufacturing quality control methods. In this highly visible and highly hands-on role, you will enjoy key decision-making responsibilities combined with on-site problem solving that comes with being responsible for the quality for some of the most visible products in the world today. You will be responsible for developing and implementing quality tools, systems and instrumentation for groundbreaking product designs for cosmetically-demanding applications.DescriptionWe 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 production scale.

Scope of responsibilities:

• Apply deep understanding of color science or quality control and manufacturing concepts to lead the development of specific color Quality Control Plans (QCP) appropriate to the program or commodity
• Support color matching & development at vendor sites, visually & numerically determining acceptability of color matches & production lots
• Evaluate manufacturing processes during product development to assess production risks
• Develop and direct studies to implement improvements in measuring methods where appropriate.
• Drive corrective actions cross-functionally with internal and external team members
• Assess supplier production control and quality programs, identify shortfalls to expectations, and work with suppliers to correct.
• Establish audit procedures appropriate to program and supplier to ensure adherence to Apple quality standards.
• Evaluate supplier readiness and alignment to quality plans at all development and qualification stages.
• Monitor supplier's performance through measurement of production line statistics, inspections, and audits.
• Evaluate and clearly communicate yields of key processes.
• Qualify and implement groundbreaking quality inspection tools; including visual and instrumental tools/processes.
• Present analysis to key decision makers to make commercial & design decisions
• 15-25% international travel required
Minimum Qualifications3+ years experience in quality concepts, supplier quality management, and manufacturing operationsMS or BS in Engineering or Color Science required.Preferred QualificationsExperience with visual comparison and assessment of color and texture.Experience in developing quality plans or experience with color appearance, gloss and/or texture metrology preferred.Proven understanding of problem solving tools including root cause analysis and statistical process control principlesAbility to plan & execute DOEs using statistical analysis, then present results & recommendations.Understanding of project management concepts. Direct PM experience a plus.Experience with any of the following: coatings, resin compounding, pigmentation, textiles, dyeing or color formulation.Experience working with international supply chain.Pay & BenefitsAt Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $122,300 and $184,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.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. Learn more about Apple Benefits.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.