Manufacturing Group Lead

Introduction to the job:

ASML is seeking an accomplished Manufacturing Group Leader to join the Manufacturing Group in San Diego, CA to support Cleanroom Production operations. Leads a team of highly skilled technicians to manufacture amazing products for the semiconductor industry. As the owner of a DUV manufacturing work center, you will execute the day to day operations with high safety standards while meeting production, quality, and cost objectives. Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, materials and supplies. Makes budgetary recommendations for expenses, capital expenditures and direct/indirect labor. Develops schedules and manpower requirements for assigned areas. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operations.

Role and responsibilities:

• People leader.

• Influences empowerment, positive change and continuous improvement through all levels of the Manufacturing Organization.

• Drives and models a culture of learning, continuous improvement, and commitment to high quality.                                 

• Typically leads, directs, and may perform work of the function supervised except in escalated situations.

• Lean Manufacturing:  Ensure incorporation of Lean Manufacturing concepts in the day to day operations.  Support and promote an environment that improves efficiency by using 5S techniques, Kaizen events, and Six Sigma concepts.  Facilitate continuous improvement and waste reduction efforts.

• May act as interface with Finance Department for inventory audits or physical inventory counts.

• May assist the Production Manager to analyze MRP data upon forecast introduction for capacity constraints.

• Supports change order implementation with support from Engineering and Production Planning staff.

• Ensures positive material flow in order to avoid stock-outs and escalates in the event of any material issues.

• Receives assignments in the form of objectives with goals and the process by which to meet goals.

• Executes continuous improvement and Lean initiatives to ensure optimum production performance.

• Audits execution of documented processes.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in a production or manufacturing engineering environment, with a strong background in cleanroom operations and high-tech manufacturing.
• Proven leadership experience as a team lead, supervisor, or group leader in a fast-paced production setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles, including 5S, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies, with a track record of driving continuous improvement and waste reduction.
• Hands-on experience with production planning, material flow management, and change order implementation in collaboration with engineering and planning teams.
• Comfortable working in a Class 10,000 cleanroom environment, adhering to strict safety and cleanliness standards.
• Flexible and willing to work alternative shifts, including 2nd shift, 3rd shift, or Compressed Work Week (CWW) schedules, based on business needs.

Skills:

• Strong verbal and written understanding of the English language.

• Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction through prioritization, quality, efficiency and professionalism.

• Ability to complete assignments with attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.

• Result driven-demonstrate ownership and accountability.

• Identifies bottlenecks and drives improvements.

• Work independently or as part of a team and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision.

• Lead and manage a team of production personnel by establishing team objectives and being able to shift priorities, as the workload changes, if required.

• Track multiple objectives such as training status, multiple quality or improvement projects, and delivery objectives. 

• Demonstrate open, clear, concise and professional communication.

• Enterprising, flexible, analytical.

• Social skills to communicate at several levels, team builder, customer oriented.