Manager, Engineering Program Manager Packaging

Apple • Cupertino, CA

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About The Position

The Packaging EPM Manager is responsible for leading, mentoring, and growing a
diverse team of program managers who orchestrate the "unboxing" experience for
our customers. This role leverages a strong technical background to provide
strategic guidance on development activities, build execution, and risk
management. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine deep technical
expertise in packaging technologies with organizational leadership and executive
exposure.

DESCRIPTION

Lead the Packaging Engineering Program Management team, overseeing the planning
and execution of a portfolio of packaging projects from concept to mass
production. You will be responsible for the team structure, hiring, and career
development of individual EPMs. You will serve as the primary escalation point
for the program with cross-functional leadership in Operations, Industrial
Design, Product Design, and Marketing. You will drive the team to set clear
objectives, manage complex build matrices, and ensure the timely completion of
high-quality packaging solutions. You will champion process improvements to
streamline development cycles and facilitate feedback through internal design
review processes.

Requirements

• BS in Engineering
• 8+ years of relevant industry experience, with specific experience in packaging or mechanical product design
• 3+ years of direct people management experience (leading teams of PMs or Engineers)
• Proven track record of managing complex hardware development cycles

Nice To Haves

• Experience scaling teams and managing resources in a high-volume consumer electronics environment
• Detailed knowledge of global manufacturing processes
• Ability to filter and distill complex technical information for an executive audience
• Excellent communication, presentation, organizational, and leadership skills
• Highly disciplined in workflow, process, and staying organized on priority tasks
• Superior attention to detail with a strong commitment to rigor and excellence
• Demonstrated ability to remain flexible and calm in the face of uncertainty and rapid change
• Previous work or exposure to environmental initiatives and sustainability policies
• Masters in Engineering or MBA is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead the Packaging Engineering Program Management team, overseeing the planning and execution of a portfolio of packaging projects from concept to mass production.
• Responsible for the team structure, hiring, and career development of individual EPMs.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for the program with cross-functional leadership in Operations, Industrial Design, Product Design, and Marketing.
• Drive the team to set clear objectives, manage complex build matrices, and ensure the timely completion of high-quality packaging solutions.
• Champion process improvements to streamline development cycles and facilitate feedback through internal design review processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager