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Apple

Materials Manufacturing Quality Engineer (MQE)

20 days ago• Sunnyvale, CA

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Working at Apple means doing more than you ever thought possible and having more impact than you ever imagined.

  • Size: 10,000+ employees
  • Industry: Technology
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Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring Imagine 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 build products - they craft the kind of wonder that's revolutionized entire industries. It's the diversity of those people and their ideas that encourages 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.

Description

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. Our quality engineering team enables the mass creation of impossible products as a partner in the development of Apple's renowned designs.","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

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

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing process quality plans, supplier quality audits, and driving corrective actions and failure analysis efforts.

Working knowledge of material science, metallurgy, 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 in a metals manufacturing environment

Experience with any of the following:

Analytical tools such as SEM, EDX, Metallographic Preparation, FTIR, GC/Mass Spec

General materials test suite such as tensile, bend, corrosion, fatigue, crack propagation, etc.

International experience, particularly in Asia is a plus

Minimum Qualifications

10+ years of experience in manufacturing and Quality Control

BS/MS in Material Science or Engineering (Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing systems engineering, Chemical engineering or similar)

Travel internationally to supplier sites - 30%

Pay & Benefits

At 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 $163,500 and $246,200, 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.

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Additional Information

  • Salary: $163,500 – $246,200
  • Posted: 20 days ago
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