Operations Program Manager
Core
Lead the operational launch of Apple products, ensuring they are built on time, meet quality standards, and are available to customers by guiding cross-functional teams and manufacturing partners from development builds through mass production.
Role type
Senior IC Operations Program Manager (Product Launch & Manufacturing)
Builds
New Apple consumer electronics products (hardware)
Domain
Consumer Electronics / Hardware Manufacturing
Required skills
Program management, OEM operations leadership, capacity planning, capital equipment budgeting, module readiness management, product manufacturability influence, cross-functional team leadership, executive communication, data-driven decision making
Preferred skills
MBA, OEM/contract manufacturing partner management, manufacturing process knowledge, conflict resolution, initiative taking
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead OEM operations teams in planning and executing development builds and new product ramps; Drive ramp readiness with Engineering, Operations, OEM, and supply chain teams; Plan factory capacity and lead capital equipment budgeting; Manage module readiness to confirm parts are ready for production; Lead program readiness reviews covering design, technical development, and operations status; Lead development builds on-site at suppliers and manage the successful mass production ramp; Present program status to large cross-functional teams and executives and escalate key issues with options for resolution
