04 - Production Cell Leader 4 1

Celestica; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica is seeking a Production Cell Leader 4 in Richardson, TX to lead a process team responsible for manufacture, assembly, repair, or modification of products. You will oversee manual and automated assembly, soldering, testing, and inspection while ensuring quality and timely delivery.

This role requires strong leadership, problem solving, and communication skills in a manufacturing environment. You will monitor performance, compile reports, and mentor team members, leveraging advanced

Qualifications

• Must possess site-defined certifications.
• Knowledge of board assembly process and product flow.
• Knowledge of soldering specifications and SMT processing.
• Ability to set up, operate, and maintain assembly and hand soldering equipment.
• Ability to recognize problems in the assembly process or with components and address them.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of internal and external customers.
• Ability to lead and collaborate with team to high quality production under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and documentation control systems.

Responsibilities

• Acts as lead and problem solver, balances personnel and facilitates movement of product through area of responsibility.
• Monitors the conduct, performance and contribution of cell members.
• Performs manual assembly, operation of automated assembly equipment, hand soldering, operation of automated test equipment, and inspection and repair of products.
• Monitors quantity and quality output and leads production or prototype team to meet group goals.
• Compiles data and generates reports on cell performance.
• Possesses foundation skills and appropriate technical/leadership skills.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional manufacturing training/courses

Tools

Assembly equipment operation

Hand soldering equipment

Automated test equipment

SMT processing systems

Documentation control systems

Job description

Summary
Performs moderately complex tasks and task leadership to a process team responsible for the manufacture, assembly, repair or modification of products. Work is guided by diverse procedures, processes and/or technical methods of varying complexity. Incumbents have some freedom to select best methods and procedures to follow to complete assignments. Tasks are complex in nature where considerable judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations. Decisions/actions may have an impact beyond the jobs immediate work unit or team. Works under general Supervision. Situations not covered by standard processes, procedures and methods are referred to expert resource. May provide functional guidance to others performing similar work and/or act as team lead. May demonstrate work methods to new employees. Deals directly with immediate supervisor, co-workers and team members; engages in exchanges of factual information and provides some explanation in a problem solving capacity; interactions with external contacts, if applicable, require exchanging factual information and providing some explanation.

General Overview
Functional Area: OPS - Operations
Career Stream: PRD - Production
Role: Production 4
SAP Short Name: PD4
Job Title: Production Cell Leader 4
Job Code: PD4-OPS-CELL
Job Level: Band 04
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Direct

Summary
Performs moderately complex tasks and task leadership to a process team responsible for the manufacture, assembly, repair or modification of products. Work is guided by diverse procedures, processes and/or technical methods of varying complexity. Incumbents have some freedom to select best methods and procedures to follow to complete assignments. Tasks are complex in nature where considerable judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations. Decisions/actions may have an impact beyond the jobs immediate work unit or team. Works under general Supervision. Situations not covered by standard processes, procedures and methods are referred to expert resource. May provide functional guidance to others performing similar work and/or act as team lead. May demonstrate work methods to new employees. Deals directly with immediate supervisor, co-workers and team members; engages in exchanges of factual information and provides some explanation in a problem solving capacity; interactions with external contacts, if applicable, require exchanging factual information and providing some explanation.

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

• Acts as lead and problem solver, balances personnel and facilitates the movement of product(s) through designated area of responsibility.
• Monitors the conduct, performance and contribution of cell members.
• Performs manual assembly, operation of automated assembly equipment, hand soldering, operation of automated test equipment, and inspection and repair of products.
• Monitors quantity and quality output and leads production or prototype team to meet group goals.
• Compiles data and generates reports on cell performance.
• Possesses foundation skills and appropriate technical / leadership skills.
• More advanced manufacturing system knowledge.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Must possess specific certifications as defined by site operations.
• Knowledge and understanding of board assembly process and product process flow.
• Knowledge of product quality, soldering specifications and SMT processing systems.
• Ability to set up, operate, and maintain assembly and hand soldering equipment and tools.
• Ability to recognize problems in the assembly process or with assembly components and to address those problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of internal and external customers.
• Ability to work effectively with team members and lead the team to high quality production within tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of computer applications and the ability to accurately perform tasks in the applications appropriate to the area e.g. : Word, Lotus Notes, Excel and Documentation control systems.
• More advanced manufacturing system knowledge.

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a manufacturing environment with occasional to frequent exposure to elements such as noise, dust, chemicals, operating machinery, temperature extremes, etc.
• Duties of the position require periodic light physical effort and exertion including prolonged repetitive motions requiring manual dexterity and precise hand/eye coordination, sitting and or standing in confined workspaces, using tools and equipment, and moving and handling materials.
• Duties may require periodic heavy manual effort including lifting objects.
• Duties require extended periods of sustained visual concentration on detailed documentation and product assemblies.
• Above demands are carried out within the local existing Health and Safety guidelines.

Typical Experience

• Four to five years of relevant experience.

Typical Education

• High school diploma and additional courses after high school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience and a commitment towards further / additional education.
• 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.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Celestica is an E-Verify employer.