Operations Program Manager, iPhone

Apple; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Apple as an Operations Program Manager, where you will lead product launches with high quality and customer availability. Collaborate with engineering and supply chain teams to ensure products are ready on time while overseeing component readiness and enhancing operability.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products and free services

Educational reimbursement for career advancement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering or product development.
• Ability to travel up to 20-25%.
• Results oriented and keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Drive ramp readiness with engineering and OEM teams.
• Plan capacity and lead factory equipment budget.
• Ensure part availability, quality, and cost.

Skills

Manufacturing

Process Engineering

Product Development

Interpersonal skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

AI/ML

Machine Learning

Robotic Process Automation

Quantum Computing

Job description

Operations Program Manager, iPhone

**Cupertino, California, United States**

**Operations and Supply Chain**

**Summary**

Posted: **Feb 20, 2025**

Role Number: **200586452**

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:
- 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.

**Minimum Qualifications**

+ 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering or product development.

+ Bachelors in engineering field

+ Ability to travel up to 20-25%.

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Results oriented and keen 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 or MBA are considered a plus

**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 $122,300 and $227,600, 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. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

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Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more .

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