Scope of responsibilities: • Apply deep understanding of color science or quality control and manufacturing concepts to lead the development of specific color Quality Control Plans (QCP) appropriate to the program or commodity• Support color matching & development at vendor sites, visually & numerically determining acceptability of color matches & production lots• Evaluate manufacturing processes during product development to assess production risks• Develop and direct studies to implement improvements in measuring methods where appropriate. • Drive corrective actions cross-functionally with internal and external team members • Assess supplier production control and quality programs, identify shortfalls to expectations, and work with suppliers to correct. • Establish audit procedures appropriate to program and supplier to ensure adherence to Apple quality standards. • Evaluate supplier readiness and alignment to quality plans at all development and qualification stages. • Monitor supplier's performance through measurement of production line statistics, inspections, and audits. • Evaluate and clearly communicate yields of key processes. • Qualify and implement groundbreaking quality inspection tools; including visual and instrumental tools/processes. • Present analysis to key decision makers to make commercial & design decisions• 15-25% international travel required