Senior Technician, Quality

Celestica; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica in Newmarket, Ontario, seeks a Senior Technician, Quality to support the 2nd shift on the production floor. You will apply quality standards, resolve issues, and assist engineers with investigations to maintain product quality.

The role emphasizes audits, non-conforming material handling, and continuous improvement in collaboration with QA and operations teams. On-site position with strong data and process orientation.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and understanding of quality and manufacturing standards.
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal customers.
• Ability to use MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Performs PQT on all accounts and supports identification/processing of non-conforming materials.
• Ensures corrective actions are respected on the manufacturing line and participates in root cause analysis.
• Performs First Article Assessment activities and supports audits as required.
• Contributes to continuous improvement initiatives and RAPTOR/8D problem solving.

Skills

Quality knowledge

Communication

Root cause analysis

MS Excel

Shop floor control

Documentation systems (EtQ)

Spectrum Pro

Organized

Tools

Spectrum Pro

EtQ

Job description

Remote Position: No

Region: Americas

Country: Canada

State/Province: Ontario

City: Newmarket

General Overview

Functional Area: Quality (QUA)

Career Stream: Operations Quality (OPQ)

Role: Senior Technician (STE)

Job Title: Senior Technician, Quality

Job Code: STE--QUA-OPQ

Job Level: Band 05

Direct/Indirect Indicator: Direct

Salary Range: $51,000 - $60,000 CAD/year

Summary

Extensively assists and supports the Production Floor and Quality Engineers by providing production expertise to resolve Quality issues within the production operation. Monitors process, component and product quality problems, escalates to supervisor as required, and helps support the investigation. May provide functional guidance or demonstrate work methods to new employees. This posting is specifically for the 2nd Shift (evening) operations at Celestica Newmarket.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Functions as PQT (Quality Specialist) on all accounts
• Supports and verifies the identification and processing of internal non-conforming materials for proper disposition.
• Ensures that the implemented changes and corrective action to rectify non-conformance issues are respected in the manufacturing line.
• Actively participating in root cause analysis and solving problems.
• Performs First Article Assessment activities.
• Supports internal, industry and customer audits as required.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality processes.
• Supports TotalInspection, SourceInspection
• Participates in Purge process (Quarantine, Assessment, Inspection)
• Participates in RAPTOR audits
• Performs inspection on NPI Programs using IPC (including Space Addendum) knowledge
• Actively drives RFPY improvements on a specific portfolio of Customer products
• Participates in 8D problem solving
• Conducts and reports in process and product first layer assessment.
• Performs activities identified related to the Key process and product characteristics, gives feedback for improvements.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Ability to exercise good judgment in providing quality and functional guidance and ability to demonstrate work methods to new employee.
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal customers.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of quality and manufacturing standards.
• Strong knowledge of computer applications and the ability to perform tasks using Microsoft Word, Excel.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of shop floor control and quality management documentation systems such as Spectrum Pro, EtQ.
• Skills for evaluating, gathering data, diagnosing and solving problems encountered in the manufacturing.
• Apply knowledge and understanding in quality improvements techniques
• Well organized

Physical Demands

• Nothing specified.

Typical Experience

• 4 to 6 years in a similar role or industry.

Typical Education

• None specified

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. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates throughout the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

This position involves technologies regulated by the Canadian government's Controlled Goods Program (CGP). Candidates must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada and meet all other requirements under CGP. Job offers will be conditional upon candidates undergoing a successful security screening per the Controlled Goods Regulations.

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.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.