Corporate QMS Auditor (SMT Manufacturing)

Celestica; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica is seeking a Corporate Quality Auditor to provide high-level oversight, standardization, and rapid-response support across our global SMT manufacturing network. The role acts as the central authority on quality systems, driving compliance, managing digital quality infrastructure, and elevating auditing capabilities of site teams.

The role requires extensive travel to support site deployments and urgent RCCA interventions, with 10+ years in lead auditing within a large-scale EMS

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years leading audits in a global EMS/Tier 1 environment.
• Hands-on SMT/EMS industry experience.
• Proven ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO 13485, NADCAP auditing and implementation.
• Expert RCCA methodologies and statistical tools.
• Strong digital QMS administration and data integrity focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute high-stakes audits across manufacturing sites.
• Coach and develop site-level quality personnel.
• Act as corporate owner for QMS digital systems.
• Deploy RCCA activities globally to address critical escapes.
• Ensure cross-standard integration across multiple industry standards.

Skills

Lead Auditor

SMT/EMS

RCCA Methods

Regulatory Knowledge

Digital QMS

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

QMS software

Document control

ERP systems

Job description

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.

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.