CNC Technician Optical Fabrication

ASML US, LLC; Wilton (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML US, LLC seeks a CNC Technician to accurately manufacture and supply optical components per specifications. You will improve existing products and guide new process implementations.

The role requires setup/operation of 3/5-axis CNC optical machining centers and program generation using Mastercam or similar tools. You will read ISO blueprints, measure parts, verify settings, and maintain safety and quality across shifts while collaborating with operators, engineers, and management.

Qualifications

• High School, Trade School graduate or GED required.
• Associate degree in machining from a vocational trade preferred.
• At least 6 months of experience working with CNC machines and equipment used in optical fabrication.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing facility or vocational certification preferable.
• Intermediate mathematical skills including geometry and trigonometry.
• Intermediate computer skills including Windows 10, MS Office and SAP.
• Familiarity with micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gauges.
• Experience with DMG, Hurco and Siemens controls is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 3/5-axis CNC specialized optical machining centers.
• Assemble cutting tools into tool-holders and position tool-holders in machine spindles.
• Program CNC controllers via manual data input, and/or load CAM-generated CNC programs (Mastercam).
• Manipulate machine controls to set up cutting tools and workpieces.
• Make tool changes and offsets to keep parts in spec.
• Read and interpret ISO blueprints and incorporate them into part programs.
• Measure workpieces for conformance to specifications.
• Verify settings by regularly measuring parts before and after changes.
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting actions and communicating needs.
• Follow safety procedures and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with operators, management and engineers.
• Prioritize, meet deadlines and manage changing priorities.
• Translate requirements into an executable schedule.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Self-motivation

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma / GED

Associate degree in machining

Tools

MS Office

SAP

DMG controls

Hurco controls

Siemens controls

Job description

CNC Experience is Required

Shift: Back End Days 6am - 6pm (Thursday, Friday, Saturday, alternate Wednesday)

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.

As a CNC Technician, you will accurately manufacture and supply all ASML products in accordance with the established specification statements. You'll make improvements to existing products and processes and guide the implementation of new products and processes. CNC Technicians ensure quality and standardization, while contributing to improvements in effectivity and efficiency.

• 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 asrequired.

• Manually program CNC controllers through manual data input, and/or loadCAMgenerated CNC programs. Generate part programs using Mastercam.

• Manipulate machine controls to setup cutting tools and machine work pieces through CNC operation.

• Make tool changes and offsets to keep partsin 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.

• Measureworkpiecefor 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 regulationsand notifyingsupervisorof discrepancies.

• Effectively communicate one on one and in small groups to operators,managementand engineers

• Prioritize, meetdeadlinesand manage changing priorities

• Translaterequirements intoanexecutable schedule

Education& Experience:

• High School, TradeSchool graduate or G.E.Drequired

• Associate degree inmachining froma vocational trade preferred.
• At least 6 monthsof experience working withCNC machines and equipment used in optical fabrication

• Previousexperience working in a manufacturing facility or completion of a vocational certification preferable.

• Intermediate mathematical skills including use of basic math,geometryand trigonometry

• Intermediate computer skills and familiarity with Windows10, MS Office & SAP

• 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,efficiencyand professionalism.

• Demonstrate open, clear,conciseand professional communication.

• Proven ability toidentifybottlenecks and drive improvements

Other information:

• May also be exposed to laser energy, magneticfieldsand 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, safetyglassesand gloves forentireduration of shift.

• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to35pounds.

• 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, forktrucksand motorized pallet movers.

• Regularlyexposed 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:

There is potential for exposure to strong magnetic fields, high voltage and currents.

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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