In this technical lead role at Apple, the successful candidate will serve as the resident factory expert in manufacturing processes and overall factory readiness for mass production. The role involves collaborating with a multi-functional team to ensure top quality products and services while driving excellence across the product life cycle. The candidate will leverage their extensive experience in high-volume consumer electronics to solve complex problems and implement effective solutions. This position requires a strong focus on quality methodologies and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
• 12+ years of experience providing technical support of high-volume consumer electronics
• Proven technical skills in wafer level, component, PCBA, module assembly, test, pack-out processes, and process integration
• In-depth knowledge in quality methodologies with common tools, including process capability statistical analysis
• Excellent problem-solving skills using structured methodologies
• Ability to travel internationally 25%-35%

• Serve as the resident factory expert in manufacturing processes and factory readiness for mass production
• Collaborate with the New Production Introduction group and multi-functional teams to ensure product quality
• Analyze complex situations and exercise independent judgment to drive results
• Present technical findings and recommendations to executive leadership
• Drive issues to closure and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Spend frequent time on the factory floor to gain hands-on experience with processes

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.