Job Summary
Task focuses heavily on contract manufacturer & vendor management, executing environmental compliance inspection plans, and applying chemistry / chemical analysis knowledge to drive supplier operational excellence, material qualifications, failure analysis, and ongoing compliance testing.
Key Responsibilities
• Supplier Audit & Quality System Execution: ◦ Set up product environmental compliance inspection plans for contract manufacturers and deliver compliance/quality training to suppliers. ◦ Conduct supplier audits to ensure operational excellence, including IQC/ OQC testing, traceability maintenance, data analysis, and discrepancy interpretation. ◦ Manage the supply chain to execute Apple's environmental initiatives, including NPI compliance declarations, new material/vendor audits, and ongoing compliance testing.
• Chemical Compliance, Testing & Issue Resolution: ◦ Lead product environmental compliance issue investigations, failure analysis (FA), verification, and corrective action plan implementation.
• Project Support & Certification: ◦ Support Environmental PMs on material qualification for environmental compliance and drive continuous improvement in Apple environmental initiatives. ◦ Track and collect compliance data to fulfill project requirements and product compliance certifications.
Skill Requirements
Education & Experience: ◦ BS/MS degree, major in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Materials, Environmental Engineering, or equivalent. ◦ Preferably 5+ years of relevant working experience (strong chemical background & supplier quality/audit experience). • Core Competencies & Knowledge: ◦ Solid knowledge and background in chemical analysis, toxicological tests, or material chemical characterization. • Supplier Quality & Audit Experience: ◦ Proven track record in product environmental quality control, supplier environmental compliance audits, IQC/OQC testing, failure analysis, root cause investigation, and corrective action plans (CAP). • Skills & Attributes: ◦ Strong troubleshooting, data analysis, and discrepancy interpretation capabilities.