Job Details

Engineering Program Manager, Packaging Materials and Technologies

Cupertino, California, United States

Hardware

Summary

Posted: May 13, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200604657

Are you passionate about the "unboxing" experience when a new product arrives on your doorstep? Do you find yourself holding on to an Apple product package longer than other packages you've opened? You're not alone! Our team is responsible for development and orchestration of that experience.

At Apple we believe our products begin with our people. We have a diverse and smart team that drives creative thought. By giving the team the resources they need to be leaders in innovation, we are also successful at driving precision. Through our collaborative process we create memorable experiences for our customers. These elements come together to make Apple an amazing environment for motivated people to do the greatest work of their lives. You will become part of an Engineering Project Management Team that sets the standard in cultivating excellence, creativity and innovation. Will you help us design the next generation of revolutionary Apple products?

Apple packaging is a world-class team thriving in conducting a memorable and delightful introduction to an amazing array of Apple products.

As a Packaging Engineering Program Manager you will be responsible for managing development activities, executing builds and trials, coordinate testing and handing off to mass production a high quality first class product.

Description

For this role we are looking for a Program Manager with a minimum of 5+ years of related packaging or mechanical background. If you are motivated and curious individual, you will add great value to this role. Ability to deal with ambiguity, and multitasking will be very useful skills. A technical background or work experience can be an advantage.

As a packaging EPM, you will be supporting cross functional teams like Operations, Product Designers, Industrial Design and Marketing. You will be exposed to a fast paced, high volume consumer electronics environment. For you to thrive in this role, you need to have knowledge of product development processes as well as a strong understanding of manufacturing processes.

Minimum Qualifications

• You should have at least 5 years of combined experience in project management delivering products comprised of multiple materials and high aesthetic quality

• You are comfortable to drive day-to-day activities to meet overall project objectives

• We look up to you to enable the development effort by creating and monitoring an efficient, streamlined process. Redirect pitfalls and develop a better course of action

• Identify and direct all resources required to execute successful projects

• Collaborate and facilitate communication across engineering managers, operations manager, marketing managers and our OEM partners to meet aggressive cost, schedule, and quality goals.

• Lead cross-functional communication between project teams and external vendors

• Provide timely issue resolution and critical path management

• Offer multiple levels of status across a wide spectrum of individual contributors to executive management

• Understand technical issues and drive them to closure by bringing together key partners for decision-making

• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

• Ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audience

• Self-motivated and dedicated with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities

• Ability to work in a high-pressure dynamic environment

• Understand and deal well with rapid development cycles; remain flexible and calm in the face of ambiguity

Preferred Qualifications

• Multinational development experience is a plus.

• Understanding CAD/Mechanical design is nice to have.

• Experience managing raw material development.

• Previous work or exposure to environmental initiatives and policies.

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 $136,300 and $248,700, 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.

Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law.Learn more about the E-Verify program (https://www.apple.com/jobs/pdf/EverifyPosterEnglish.pdf) .

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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