Manufacturing Team Leader ; 2nd Shift

Introduction to the Job

ASML brings together some of the most creative minds in science and technology to develop advanced lithography systems that enable the production of increasingly powerful microchips.

We are seeking an accomplished Manufacturing Team Lead to join our DUV Manufacturing organization in San Diego, CA.

This is a hands-on working leadership role that combines direct manufacturing responsibilities with team leadership. You will actively participate in daily manufacturing operations while leading a team of highly skilled assemblers and test technicians.

As the 2nd Shift Manufacturing Team Lead, you will provide technical guidance, coordinate daily production activities, support problem resolution, and help ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of production plans. Success in this role requires someone who is comfortable working directly alongside the team while also providing leadership, coaching, development, and day-to-day operational direction.

You must be work authorized in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

• Independently supervises the work of approximately 5-9 direct reports, providing day-to-day direction, coaching, and development.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of assemblers and test technicians in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Drive employee engagement and promote a positive, collaborative team environment.
• Select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure efficient and effective operation of the work center.
• Ensure personnel are appropriately trained and certified on required processes, procedures, and work instructions.
• Provide daily direction and prioritize team resources to meet changing production demands.

• Serve as a hands-on working leader, actively participating in assembly, test, troubleshooting, and production support activities while leading daily operations.
• Lead day-to-day production activities to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Maintain and coordinate daily build and test assignments to ensure production schedules and delivery commitments are achieved.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production leadership to resolve technical and operational challenges.
• Ensure compliance with documented manufacturing processes and quality standards through regular audits and observation.
• Support engineering change order implementation and process improvements.
• Monitor material availability, maintain positive material flow, and elevate shortages or supply constraints as required.
• May assist the Production Manager in analyzing MRP data and identifying capacity constraints related to forecasted demand.

• Champion Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives within the work center.
• Drive efficiency improvements through the use of 5S+1, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to improve throughput, quality, and productivity.
• Participate in waste reduction and process optimization initiatives.
• Promote a culture of learning, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Maintain periodic oversight of the Reclaim work center (