Corporate QMS Auditor (SMT Manufacturing)

Celestica; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica is seeking a Corporate QMS Auditor to provide oversight and standardization across its SMT manufacturing network. The role drives compliance, digital quality infrastructure, and rapid RCCA support while elevating site auditing capabilities.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of lead auditor experience in a global EMS, with deep SMT/EMS knowledge and mastery of ISO/NADCAP standards. This hybrid role travels extensively to support global sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years leading audits in a large-scale global EMS environment.
• Extensive SMT/EMS experience and cross-functional quality expertise.
• Deep auditing experience across ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO 13485 and NADCAP.
• Advanced RCCA techniques (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone) and SPC tools.
• Strong admin and operation experience with modern digital QMS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-stakes audits across manufacturing sites to ensure corporate standards.
• Coach and develop site quality personnel for audit readiness.
• Manage digital QMS systems, drive integration and data integrity.
• Deploy urgent RCCA actions globally to address critical issues.
• Ensure cross-standard compliance within SMT manufacturing environments.

Skills

Lead Auditor experience

SMT/EMS knowledge

Quality standards mastery

RCCA methodologies

Digital QMS proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Req ID: 140695

Remote Position: Hybrid

Region: Americas

Country: Canada

State/Province: Ontario

City: Toronto

Role Overview

Serving as a critical function of the Corporate Quality team, this role provides high-level oversight, standardization, and rapid-response support across our global Surface Mount Technology (SMT) manufacturing network. The Corporate QMS Auditor acts as the central authority on quality systems, responsible for driving compliance, managing digital quality infrastructure, and elevating the auditing capabilities of individual site teams.

Core Responsibilities

• Special Audits & Compliance: Lead and execute high-stakes, specialized audits across all manufacturing sites to ensure rigorous alignment with corporate standards and industry-specific regulations.

• Site Development & Coaching: Train, mentor, and evaluate site-level quality personnel. Develop robust local auditing skills to ensure sites are self-sufficient in maintaining audit readiness.

• Digital QMS Management: Act as the corporate owner and administrator for QMS digital systems and software. Drive system integration, optimize workflows, and ensure data integrity across the network.

• Urgent RCCA Deployment: Deploy dynamically to global sites to lead, facilitate, or support urgent Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities in response to critical quality escapes or systemic failures.

• Cross-Standard Integration: Ensure seamless integration and compliance across multiple overlapping industry standards within the SMT environment.

Required Expertise & Qualifications

• Experience Level: Minimum of 10 years of Lead Auditor experience operating within a large-scale, global Tier 1 EMS organization (comparable in size, volume, and complexity to Celestica).

• Industry Knowledge: Extensive, hands-on background in Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS).

• Regulatory Mastery: Deep, demonstrable auditing and implementation experience across ISO 9001 (General QMS), AS9100 (Aerospace), ISO 13485 (Medical Devices), and NADCAP (Special Processes).

• Problem Solving: Advanced proficiency in RCCA methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.) and statistical quality tools applied to complex manufacturing escapes.

• Technical Literacy: Strong administrative and operational experience with modern digital QMS platforms, document control software, and enterprise quality modules.

Physical Demands

• Sustained visual concentration on small areas, such as monitors, screens

• Sustained visual concentration on numbers, legal documents

• The job works in generally good conditions with occasional exposure (10% - 33%) to noise, odours, dust, drafts, chemicals, operating machinery, temperature extremes, hazardous substances, etc.

• Travel: This role requires extensive domestic and international travel (often on short notice) to support site deployments, high-level audits, and urgent RCCA interventions.

Salary

The stated range includes Base Salary and target Short-Term Incentive (STI) compensation only. A comprehensive benefits package is offered in addition to this range.

The range described in this posting is an estimate by the Company, and may change based on several factors, including but not limited to a change in the duties covered by the job posting, or the credentials, experience or geographic jurisdiction of the successful candidate.

Salary Range: $125K-175K

Typical Experience

• 11 to 14 years

Typical Education

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Educational requirements may vary by geography

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.

Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.

We use artificial intelligence tools to assist in screening and assessing applications for this role. All hiring decisions involve human review.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.