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Technial Program Manager, iPhone

Apple· Operations and Supply Chain
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Hybrid (Shanghai / Suzhou / Shenzhen)Not specifiedPosted 1w ago

About the role

TPM responsible for leading conceptualization, development, qualification, optimization, and scaling of new process technologies and equipment for manufacturing of new Apple products; hands-on role requiring strong technical, leadership, and manufacturing operations expertise.

Responsibilities

  • - Engagement in new product engineering builds, review production process and fixtures from manufacturing perspectives, own hot issues and drive to closures
  • - Executes and implements strategic direction, goals, objectives and key measurement systems to ensure quality & business goals are met
  • - Primary metrics include process and yield goals, monitor and audit product quality across all yield and audit points, ensure adequate controls and product integrity
  • - Develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures and control systems to minimize variation; ensure scalability across line & sites with highest quality in MP
  • - Acts as a bridge for technical issues between Apple engineering team and vendors; provide input into global process, test, quality, BOM Management as systems are enhanced or upgraded

Qualifications

  • - BS/MS in EE or ME related degrees, testing background preferable
  • - Validated experience supporting new product launches to mass production from mechanical, system engineering, or product development perspective with solid understanding of DFM, DOE, SPC & FA techniques
  • - Experience with mechanical assembly fixtures and manufacturing processes required
  • - Good communication skills in English and Mandarin
  • - Understanding and passion for other precise assembly processes (e.g., electrically conductive adhesive or glue applications) welcomed
  • - Familiar with mobile devices knowledge preferable
  • - Action oriented, excellent problem solver with structured problem solving to identify root cause and implement corrective/preventive actions
  • - Self-starter with innovation, integrity, and attention to detail; able to work independently and under pressure
  • - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work under pressure
  • - AI/ML development & predictive operations experience a plus

Skills

Required:Project managementDFM/DFXDOESPC/FAMechanical fixturesVendor collaborationCommunication (English, Mandarin)
Last updated Oct 16, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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