Senior Lead L11 Manufacturing; Fort Worth

Senior Lead L11 Manufacturing (Fort Worth) General Overview

Functional Area: Engineering
Career Stream: Process Engineering Manufacturing
SAP Short Name: SLE-ENG-PRM
Job Level: Level 09
IC/MGR: Individual Contributor
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

The Senior Lead Engineer, Manufacturing Process is responsible for designing, developing, deploying and optimizing processes for manufacturing to achieve quality cost and delivery goals for Celestica and its customers products.

• Collaborate with design engineering teams to optimize L10-L11 datacenter server and rack designs for manufacturability and assembly efficiency
• Conduct DFM/DFA reviews during product development phases to identify cost reduction opportunities and manufacturing constraints
• Develop manufacturing guidelines and design standards specific to datacenter rack components and assemblies
• Create detailed assembly sequence documentation and work instructions
• Interface with customers and suppliers to ensure component designs align with manufacturing capabilities
• Design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for datacenter rack production lines
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and quality control procedures
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cycle time, minimize waste, and improve product quality
• Implement new manufacturing technologies and automation solutions to enhance production efficiency
• Troubleshoot complex manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions
• Champion lean manufacturing principles, including 5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping, and waste elimination
• Lead cross-functional teams in implementing lean initiatives across the production floor
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices
• Facilitate problem-solving sessions using root cause analysis methodologies
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Conduct comprehensive time and motion studies to establish accurate labor standards
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for productivity improvement
• Develop capacity planning models and production forecasting tools
• Create performance metrics and KPIs to monitor manufacturing efficiency
• Implement data-driven solutions to optimize resource allocation and workflow
• Design and optimize manufacturing floor layouts for maximum efficiency and safety
• Plan material flow, workstation ergonomics, and equipment placement
• Develop and standardize robust manufacturing processes and procedures for liquid cooling integration within L11 racks, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and compliance with all safety and quality specifications.
• Implement comprehensive process controls and define clear operational procedures for each stage of the liquid cooling loop assembly, testing, and validation, minimizing defects and maximizing throughput in L11 rack production.
• Communicate critical technical and business issues to executive and operational leadership

• Proficiency in CAD software (Solid Works, AutoCAD, or similar)
• Experience with manufacturing simulation software and statistical analysis tools
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies
• Understanding of electronic assembly processes, mechanical fabrication, and sheet metal operations
• Experience with manufacturing execution systems (MES)

• Duties 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.
• Occasional travel may be required.

• 4 to 6 years in a similar role or industry.

Bachelor degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Educational Requirements may vary by Geography

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…