Operations Program Manager - Display

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 246,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental

Retirement benefits

Stock programs

Discounted products and services

Educational expense reimbursement

Job summary

Apple is seeking an Operations Program Manager in Cupertino, CA to launch products on time with high quality and maximum customer availability. You will lead OEM operations teams, coordinate with engineering and supply chain, plan capacity, and drive readiness for new product ramps.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, program management, and clear communication up to executive levels. Travel of 20-25% is required, with a base pay range indicating strong total compensation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering or product development.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering field.

Responsibilities

• Leading OEM operations team in planning and executing development builds and new product ramps.
• Drive ramp readiness with engineering, operations and OEM teams.
• Plan capacity and lead factory equipment budget.
• Handle component readiness to ensure part availability, quality and cost.
• Communicate requirements and schedules to facilitate technical readiness with supply chain teams.
• Influence product manufacturability, testability, and supply chain responsiveness in pursuit of low cost and flexibility while stewarding quality.
• Leading all communications, upward and downward through the organization; raising key issues and options for resolution with executive teams
• Travel 20-25%

Skills

Experience in manufacturing

Process engineering

Product development

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Operations and Supply Chain

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 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.

Description

The Operations Program Manager (OPM) launches products on time, with high quality and maximum customer availability. OPMs are pivotal to the dynamic development and launch of Apple’s products. A successful NPI is a leader and facilitator; is dynamic, driven, organized and detail oriented; excels in program/ project management; communicates with ease at all levels; thrives in an ambiguous environment and is adept at facilitating actions and resolving conflicts. Furthermore, we lead within worldwide Operations and collaborate with the core product development team and other functional organizations within Apple.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) operations team in planning and executing development builds and new product ramps.
• Drive ramp readiness with engineering, operations and OEM teams.
• Plan capacity and lead factory equipment budget.
• Handle component readiness to ensure part availability, quality and cost.
• Communicate requirements and schedules to facilitate technical readiness with supply chain teams.
• Influence product manufacturability, testability, and supply chain responsiveness in pursuit of low cost and flexibility while stewarding quality.
• Leading all communications, upward and downward through the organization; raising key issues and options for resolution with executive teams
• Travel 20-25%

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering or product development.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Results oriented and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to present to management.
• Technical expertise and prior OEM management experience.
• Experience with AI/ML, Machine Learning, LLM, robotic process automation, or quantum computing is preferred.
• Masters degree or MBA are considered a plus.

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 $133,500 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
• reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition

Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

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 seek to promote 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

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