Manufacturing Quality Engineer - Audio

Apple • Cupertino, CA

275d • $122,300 - $184,600

About The Position

In this highly visible role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on Apple Products and leave a footprint for years to come! As quality engineers, we enable the mass creation of impossible products as a partner in the development of Apple's renowned designs. Partner with tooling and functional teams to evaluate design and processes at the concept phase. Develop measurement technologies, control strategies, information systems, and manufacturing methods that achieve ambitious specifications at substantial production scale. Develop and implement groundbreaking quality inspection tools to evaluate cosmetic and dimensional part characteristics. Compile and evaluate data to determine appropriate limits and variables for process and part specifications. Lead activities to balance unparalleled quality with scalable yields. Collaborate with internal and external groups to ensure that proper definition of quality expectations and that appropriate assurance techniques are used for the product. Coordinate and prioritize all Quality Engineering functions for multiple program for team members. Continue to expend the capabilities of the team and recruit new engineers. Establish audit procedures appropriate to program and supplier to ensure alignment to Apple quality standards. Evaluate and communicate yields of new and existing processes. Drive corrective actions with internal and external team members.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing and Quality Control
• Travel internationally to supplier sites - 30%
• BS in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing systems engineering, Chemical engineering or similar)

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing process quality plans, supplier quality audits, and driving corrective actions and failure analysis efforts
• Working knowledge of mechanical quality and reliability concepts, supplier management, and general manufacturing operations
• Experience with the development and evaluation of measurement systems
• Project management experience and a solid understanding of problem solving tools including design of experiments, root cause analysis and statistical analytical tools
• Experience with any of the following: mechanical enclosures, castings, plastic parts, injection molding, stamping, tooling, jigs, fixtures, or automotive high volume quality manufacturing engineering
• International experience, particularly in Asia, is a plus

Responsibilities

• Partner with tooling and functional teams to evaluate design and processes at the concept phase
• Develop measurement technologies, control strategies, information systems, and manufacturing methods that achieve ambitious specifications at substantial production scale
• Develop and implement groundbreaking quality inspection tools to evaluate cosmetic and dimensional part characteristics
• Compile and evaluate data to determine appropriate limits and variables for process and part specifications
• Lead activities to balance unparalleled quality with scalable yields
• Collaborate with internal and external groups to ensure that proper definition of quality expectations and that appropriate assurance techniques are used for the product
• Coordinate and prioritize all Quality Engineering functions for multiple program for team members
• Continue to expend the capabilities of the team and recruit new engineers
• Establish audit procedures appropriate to program and supplier to ensure alignment to Apple quality standards
• Evaluate and communicate yields of new and existing processes
• Drive corrective actions with internal and external team members

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Retirement benefits
• A range of discounted products and free services
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
• Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
• Relocation assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree