Technical Analyst, Global Supplier Quality

Req ID:
Remote Position: No
Region: Americas
Country: Canada
State/Province: Ontario
City: Newmarket

Summary

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible for ensuring that suppliers of electronic components, PCB assemblies, mechanical parts, and outsourced manufacturing meet the stringent quality, reliability, and regulatory requirements of an AS‑compliant Electronic Contract Manufacturing (ECM/EMS) environment. This role supports programs serving aerospace, defense, and high‑reliability industries. The SQE drives supplier capability, process control, and continuous improvement to ensure consistent delivery of mission‑critical electronic products.

Detailed Description

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

• Monitor customer and Celestica requirements/expectations flowed down to suppliers and sub suppliers to ensure clear expectations are defined and understood.
• Quality Planning during new product introduction, flawless launch, transitions and significant process changes.
• Management and reporting of risk-based Supplier Audit program. Performing Supplier Qualification audits to assess quality systems, technical capability and process capability. Assist in supplier selection and onboarding.
• Developing and deploying robust Global Supplier Quality processes and procedures. Document control, maintenance and continual improvement of Supplier Quality processes.
• Create, analyze and report supplier performance data, metrics and KPI’s.
• Monitor ongoing supplier performance and Drive Supplier Quality Improvement Plans to address systemic issues. Work with supplier’s and Celestica’s site representatives to effectively drive root cause and corrective action to resolve problems.
• Participate in Periodic Business Reviews of high impact/ Preferred Suppliers. Active engagement in Celestica’s supplier performance objectives.
• Educate suppliers on the deployment of core quality tools such as FMEA, Control Plans, 8D/ Root Cause Analysis and problem resolution.

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
• Duties may require repetitive manual movements (e.g., keyboarding), carrying, pushing or pulling light objects, (under 5 kg.), carrying, pushing or pulling heavy objects (over 5 kg.), crouching, climbing
• Sustained visual concentration on small areas, such as monitors, screens, precise eye/hand coordination, sustained visual concentration on numbers, legal documents

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Working knowledge of engineering and supply chain systems (ERP System SAP).
• Practical knowledge of international industry quality standards including, as appropriate, AS series, AITF, FDA, VDA etc.
• Experience with electronic and mechanical assembly, as well as a wide range of manufacturing processes.
• Experience with supplier management and performance
• Knowledge of inventory management and supply chain planning processes.
• Good programming skills.
• Knowledge of CMM Programming
• Good understanding of PPAP and AS First Article Inspection Report
• Strong understanding of documentation processes & quality systems.
• Strong understanding of ISO/AS standards.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to exercise good judgement in implementing change orders that affect pricing, costs, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of internal and external customers.
• Knowledge of computer applications and the ability to accurately perform tasks in some or all of the following applications: MS Office and Google Suite.

Typical Experience

3 to 5 years of experience

Typical Education

Bachelor's degree in an engineering background or in related field, or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experiency.

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. 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.

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.