Req ID: 140552
Region: Americas
Country: USA
State/Province: Texas
City: Richardson
Summary
Facilitate or co-facilitate the development of CI (Lean and Six Sigma) vision for a customer or department, and the strategy deployment plans to deliver that strategy. Co-facilitate continuous improvement activities in support of the plan. Build knowledge of specific Lean and Six Sigma systems, methods and tools. Able to work under minimal supervision, now in the form of co-facilitation and post-activity reflection. Manage resources to effectively help execute the strategy deployment plans.
Detailed Description
Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:
- Ensure the execution of the continuous improvement (CI) goals and strategies for the operation and support functions in the organization
- Ensure all activities for CI and performance enhancement are fulfilled in the customer or department
- Work closely with area owner to develop CI activities
- Participate in the management gemba (go and see) activities
- Participate in the site/function CI Committee
- Support the adoption and measurement of the Systematic CI Framework Standards
- Lead or co-facilitate the process improvement based CI workshops
- Drive new ideas and improvement solutions with all area owners and deploy good practices to other customers/departments
- Work closely with all area owners to create a culture of continuous improvement
- Adhere to Reward and Recognition programs to motivate all employees
- Support improvement opportunities external to the site/function (as required). This may involve supporting the delivery of training and/or kaizen co-facilitation at external organizations outside Celestica + other sites in the Celestica network that need help + global support functions within Celestica
- Coordinate training for CI for Employees and CI for Leadership
- Work to achieve Lean Green Belt and Six Sigma Green Belt certifications
Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
- Proficient in CI
- Proven competency to deliver introductory training, co-facilitate kaizen events and more advanced training and drive business results through application of CI methods
- Hands-on experience in leading kaizens on at least 3 different tools (such as fast change-over, cell design, etc)
- Project & Change management awareness
- 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
- Time management
- Collaboration
- 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
3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
Experience in CI, either in manufacturing or office environments
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.
