Surface Finishing - Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Anodizing

Surface Finishing - Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Anodizing

Cupertino,California,United States

Operations and Supply Chain

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Description

Join a dynamic team of Subject Matter Experts specializing in the color, material, and finish of Apple products. Get immersed in anodizing, plating, and other surface finishing technologies. The SME will be directly involved in creating Apple products from initial concept to mass production. The Surface Finishing SME will work with suppliers, overseas colleagues, multifunctional and leadership teams. Will be responsible for planning, implementing, analyzing, and optimizing high volume surface finishing processes to meet precise cosmetic and functional requirements. A successful candidate will be intimate with anodizing, plating, etching, or related chemical finishing operation. Able to accurately communicate complex technical details to colleagues, cross functional teams, and Apple executives is critical. They will be able to lead multiple concurrent projects, keep calm and focused during difficult situations, be process oriented, and remain flexible & adaptable to the fast pace of mass production. In this role you'll enable the cosmetic requirements set by Apple designers by developing processes to match their desired finish. This includes creating initial samples, and developing the process necessary to meet their desired finishes. Evaluate supplier capabilities and, if necessary, address production gaps by implementing advanced manufacturing processes and control methods. Monitor and adjust the manufacturing processes throughout the product development cycle to reliably meet requirements in mass production. Present technical and process analysis to decision makers that will be used to make commercial, cosmetic and design decisions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in anodizing, plating, etching, or related chemical surface finishing operation.

• Frequent overseas travel required (25+%)

• Bachelor degree in engineering; chemistry, materials science, or related field.

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using a variety of mechanical processes and chemical finishing processes to meet cosmetic and functional requirements.

• Excellent problem solving skills, and the ability to drive root cause analysis and corrective action activities.

• Attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to remain focused on goals while leading project activities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Fluency in English is required.

• Minimum average, preferably superior color discrimination ability desired

• Experience with highly cosmetic consumer electronics devices preferred.

• Master's degree is a plus.

Education & Experience

Additional Requirements

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 $151,200 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.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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