Global Quality Sr. Consultant-A&D

Global Quality Sr. Consultant-A&D Date: Apr 10, 2026 Location: Maple Grove, MN, US Summary Provides Global Quality leadership to the organization in an expanded manner, administering Quality Management System and associated quality protocols, along with supporting the operation teams towards achieving their quality performance targets, aligned to Global strategic initiatives. Detailed Description Leads and supports the design, implementation and deployment of CLS’s Quality Management System & related processes such as Customer Satisfaction, Monthly Operations Reviews, Industry Certifications Provides QMS requirements gathering, authorship, document review and approval Supports the development and execution of quality improvement initiatives for Aerospace & Defense sites aligned to Celestica quality targets Engages, supports and provides mentorship for effective execution & skills development of powerful protocols & tools such as 8D Methodology, Regulatory & Compliance, Change Control, FMEA, Manufacturing Quality Standards. Supports the Aerospace & Defense sites in their engagement with the customers to ensure all requirements are communicated, understood and fulfilled as agreed upon. Provides leadership and support to Aerospace & Defense sites to define the critical Quality business processes, tools & system applications required for the site to meet it’s Quality objectives. Reviews results from various sources (Customer Scorecards, Customer & Regulatory Audits, Operational Performance, Feedback from Global Customer Units etc.) to ensure that issues and action plans are communicated to the appropriate stakeholders Provides leadership guidance to the sites to ensure readiness for external certifications (ie. ISO9001:2K, AS9100, Nadcap, FAA, ANSI/ESD, etc.), including audit support, and guidance on ITAR compliance requirements. Provides training to site personnel on global quality processes and procedures as required to ensure sufficient knowledge & skills exist at the sites to independently support & maintain CLS’s quality initiatives. Qualifications In-depth knowledge of quality management systems and standards, including ISO 9001/9002, AS9100, Nadcap, FAA, and ESD Controls. Excellent understanding of industry quality practices, certification requirements for various types of business, industry and government quality recognition programs including ITAR compliance requirements. Broad and in-depth practical knowledge of an electronic manufacturing environment, materials, manufacturing and business processes specifically suited for the Aerospace and Defense sector. Excellent analytical, negotiation and problem resolution skills. Ability to evaluate, prioritize and problem solve a variety of tasks of high complexity to ensure their timely and accurate completion. Ability to effectively lead, manage, train, mentor and motivate employees from multiple sites and multiple regions to implement quality initiatives within tight time deadlines. Ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of internal, executives and external customers. 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. Occasional overnight travel is required. Moderate domestic and international travel as required (10 to 25%) The stated range includes Base Salary and target Short-Term Incentive (STI) compensation only. A comprehensive benefits package is offered in addition to this range. The range described in this posting is an estimate by the Company, and may change based on several factors, including but not limited to a change in the duties covered by the job posting, or the credentials, experience or geographic jurisdiction of the successful candidate. Salary Range: $123K-180K base 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Celestica's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran or disability status, or other characteristics protected by law. 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. This location is a US ITAR facility and these positions will involve the release of export controlled goods either directly to employees or through the employee's movement within the facility. As such, Celestica will require necessary information from all applicants upon an applicant's acceptance of employment to determine if any export control exemptions or licenses must be filed. #J-18808-Ljbffr Celestica Inc.