Analyst, Continuous Improvement

Celestica Inc.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica, Inc. is seeking a CI support role to help develop Lean and Six Sigma strategies for various customers and departments.

You will participate in and lead continuous improvement activities, building CI knowledge through training and hands-on participation. Responsibilities include supporting yearly CI plans, attending Gemba walks, leading or contributing to Kaizen workshops, and helping deploy best practices across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required; strong foundation in CI/Lean Six Sigma.
• Experience participating in CI activities and leading workshops.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with shifting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the CI manager/team in developing Lean and Six Sigma vision for customers or departments.
• Lead continuous improvement activities and deploy strategy to deliver results.
• Participate in Gemba walks, Kaizen workshops, and VSM events to drive process improvements.
• Deliver performance results contributing to site and corporate metrics.
• Coordinate multiple projects and training topics related to CI.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Gemba

Kaizen

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor Degree

Job description

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Date: Sep 2, 2026

Summary

Support the CI manager/team in the development of CI (Lean and Six Sigma) vision for one or more customers or departments, and the strategy deployment plans to deliver that strategy. Participate in and lead continuous improvement activities in support of the plan. Build knowledge of the CI fundamentals through training and participating in CI activities. Able to work under moderate supervision.

Detailed Description

• Contribute to and support the execution of the Yearly CI activities plan and ensure that project goals are met
• Participant in the Gemba (Go and See) activities, perform weekly Improvement activities, and provides the suggestion to the Kaizen team
• Participate in or lead process improvement based CI workshops. Example: External Kaizen Workshop, Internal Kaizen Workshop and VSM
• Support the delivery of performance results that directly contribute to site and corporate performance
• Perform Daily Improvement Activity with area owner
• Support and lead Line Balancing for process improvement
• Identify good practices for possible deployment to other customers/departments
• Support the delivery of CI training, leading specific training topics
• Work to achieve CI for Employees certification
• Basic proficiency in CI
• Knowledge of personal computers and Windows applications.
• Knowledge of production operations and operator responsibilities
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously and coordinate multiple, changing deadlines.
• Communication
• Planning
• Problem solving
• Results oriented
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Initiative
• Flexibility

Physical Demands

Duties of this position are performed in generally good conditions with occasional exposure (10% - 33%) to noise, odours, dust, drafts, chemicals, operating machinery, temperature extremes, hazardous substances, etc.
Duties may require regular periods of sitting and/or standing and sustained visual concentration on observing operations. Repetitive manual movements (e.g. data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, time studies, assembling workstations/racking, labeling, floor taping, etc., as applicable) are regularly required.
Occasional overnight travel is required.

Typical Experience

1 to 3 years of relevant experience.

Typical Education

Bachelor Degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Specialized Knowledge / Skills

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.

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.

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.

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