CNC Generating Technician CWW Back End Nights, 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, [...]

ASML; Wilton (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML in Wilton, CT is seeking a CNC Generating Technician to operate 3/5-axis CNC optical machining centers in a clean room environment. You’ll assemble tools, load CAM programs, and translate blueprints into precise part programs while maintaining safety and quality.

The role requires hands-on experience with CNC machines, measurement tools, and Windows-based software; you will collaborate with engineers and operators, manage changing priorities, and ensure on-time delivery in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High school or vocational training completed.
• Associate degree in machining preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing facility preferred.
• Intermediate math including geometry and trig.
• Experience with CNC machines and optical fabrication.
• Familiarity with measurement tools like micrometers and calipers.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 3/5-axis CNC optical machining centers.
• Assemble tool-holders and position in spindles or magazines.
• Manually program CNC or load CAM programs (e.g., Mastercam).
• Set up tools and workpieces via CNC operation.
• Make tool changes and offsets to stay in spec.
• Follow written English work instructions and specs.
• Read ISO blueprints and apply to programs.
• Measure and verify workpiece conformance.
• Verify settings by measuring parts before/after changes.
• Maintain shift continuity through documentation.
• Maintain safe operations and report discrepancies.
• Communicate with operators, management and engineers.
• Prioritize and meet deadlines; manage changing priorities.
• Translate requirements into executable schedules.

Skills

Analytical skills

Self-motivated

Prioritization

Communication

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Education

High School/Trade School or GED

Associate degree in machining

Experience in manufacturing

Tools

Windows 10

MS Office

SAP

DMG/Hurco/Siemens controls

Job description

CNC Generating Technician

CWW Back End Nights (6:00pm-6:00am Thursday- Saturday, every other Wednesday)

Wilton Factory Optics Fabrication

CNC Generating Technician

CWW Back End Nights (6:00pm-6:00am Thursday- Saturday, every other Wednesday)

Introduction to the role:

Working at the cutting edge of tech, you’ll always have new challenges and new problems to solve - and working together is the only way to do that. You won’t work in a silo. Instead, you’ll be part of a creative, dynamic work environment where you’ll collaborate with supportive colleagues. There is always space for creative and unique points of view. You’ll have the flexibility and trust to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the set up and operation of 3/5-Axis CNC specialized optical machining centers.
• Assemble cutting tools into tool-holders and positions tool-holders in machine spindles and/or tool changer magazines as required.
• Manually program CNC controllers through manual data input, and/or load CAM generated CNC programs. Generate part programs using Mastercam.
• Manipulate machine controls to set up cutting tools and machine work pieces through CNC operation.
• Make tool changes and offsets to keep parts in spec and/or to compensate for tool wear.
• Follow written English work instructions that describe the process and the required measurements.
• Read and interpret ISO blueprints and incorporate them into part programs.
• Measure workpiece for conformance to specifications.
• Verify settings by regularly measuring parts before and after changes are made.
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs to supervisors and co-workers on other shifts.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations and notifying supervisor of discrepancies.
• Effectively communicate one on one and in small groups to operators, management and engineers
• Prioritize, meet deadlines and manage changing priorities
• Translate requirements into an executable schedule

Education & Experience

• High School, Trade School graduate or G.E.D required
• Associate degree in machining from a vocational trade preferred.
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing facility or completion of a vocational certification preferable.
• Intermediate mathematical skills including use of basic math, geometry and trigonometry
• Intermediate computer skills and familiarity with Windows 10, MS Office & SAP
• At least 6 months of experience working with CNC machines and equipment used in optical fabrication
• Familiarity with using the following measurement tools: micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gages.
• Prior DMG, Hurco & Siemens control experience a plus

Skills

• Strong analytical skills – capable of translating requirements into executable schedule
• Cross train and support cross functional groups.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and manage changing priorities
• Strong ability to work safely on fragile, high value optics
• Work independently or as part of a team and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision.
• Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction through prioritization, quality, efficiency and professionalism.
• Demonstrate open, clear, concise and professional communication.
• Proven ability to identify bottlenecks and drive improvements

Other information

• May also be exposed to laser energy, magnetic fields and open flames
• Routinely required to sit; walk; talk; hear; use hands to keyboard, finger, handle, and feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, and stretch. Occasionally required to move around the campus.
• May require travel dependent on business needs.
• Must be willing to work in a clean room environment, wearing coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses and gloves for entire duration of shift.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be comfortable working around lasers, working with ladders, working on platforms, and working around chemicals.
• Must be able to work in a moderate to high noise level environment in a temperature-controlled environment
• Must be comfortable operating/working around overhead cranes, fork trucks and motorized pallet movers.
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, solvents, polishing slurry, and tooling.

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

Additional Responsibilities

• This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

Inclusion and diversity

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce.

It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.

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ASML provides reasonable accommodations to applicants for ASML employment and ASML employees with disabilities. An accommodation is a change in work rules, facilities, or conditions which enable an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform the essential functions of a job, and/or enjoy equal access to the benefits and privileges of employment.