Specialist, IT Solutions

Req ID: 139451 Region: Americas Country: USA State/Province: Texas City: Richardson SummaryThe Specialist, IT Solutions (functioning as an MES Specialist) will engage with site business functions to identify and advocate business process improvement opportunities through the use of IT solutions. This role is responsible for defining and driving the Manufacturing Execution System. strategy while serving as the technical and functional leader between business stakeholders, manufacturing operations, and IT teams. Combining solution architecture, project leadership, and people management, the Specialist ensures MES solutions support business objectives and manufacturing excellence. You will collect, analyze, develop, document, and communicate business requirements, working with various IT teams to develop and deliver scalable solutions, while providing support and user training on selected systems (SFC, ERP, MES, and local applications).Detailed DescriptionPerforms tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:Strategic Leadership & Roadmap: Act as a highly strategic partner involving stakeholder management, prioritization of the MES roadmap, and coordination across business units and IT.Requirements & Architecture: Gather and translate business requirements into scalable MES solutions; define solution architecture to support business objectives.Project Execution & Management: Lead global MES implementations from blueprint through deployment. Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and quality to deliver standardized, high-value manufacturing solutions across the enterprise.Systems Integration: Ensure seamless integration of MES with enterprise platforms such as SAP and cloud technologies.Team Leadership: Lead, develop, and coordinate both internal IT teams and external contractors to execute the MES strategy.Operations Support: Provide expertise in shop floor operations, manufacturing processes, and governance to optimize production, traceability, quality, and operational efficiency.Issue Resolution: Respond to system problems by analyzing the issue, determining the next course of action, and applying troubleshooting best practices.Training: Provide system training and documentation to end-users.Knowledge/Skills/CompetenciesTechnical Proficiency: Strong expertise in SQL for database querying/data analysis and advanced working knowledge of JavaScript for scripting and IT solution development.MES & Systems Knowledge: Deep understanding of Manufacturing Execution Systems, SCM, shop floor control, and ERP applications (including SAP).Integration & Architecture: Knowledge and experience with cloud technologies, application-to-application (A2A), and business-to-business (B2B) integrations. Understanding of interrelations between IT components (software, OS, databases, network, servers, etc.).Manufacturing Expertise: Solid knowledge of electronic manufacturing environments, materials, processes, and a solid understanding of associated business processes to drive manufacturing excellence.Project Management & SDLC: Strong project management skills, including budgeting and timeline management. Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) concepts, governance, and practices.Leadership & Communication: Exceptional stakeholder management, leadership, and teamwork skills. Good communication, documentation (including flow charting), and presentation skills.Problem Solving: Strong analytical, technical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with a strong customer service orientation.Physical DemandsDuties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data. Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.Typical Experience4 to 6 years; Experience in similar rolesTypical EducationBachelor Degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.Educational Requirements may vary by GeographyNotesThis 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.