Manufacturing Group Lead - Lean, People & Production

ASML Germany GmbH; Wilton (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML is seeking a Manufacturing Group Lead, JG8, to provide operational and people leadership in a high-volume manufacturing area. You will drive quality, Lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement while supporting new product introductions and ramp-up efforts.

The role requires 7+ years in manufacturing and 3+ years of people leadership, with a focus on safety, ISO standards, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 7+ years of experience in a complex manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of people management and operational leadership.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality standards.
• Familiarity with tools and equipment; hands-on preferred.
• Deep knowledge of production management, quality systems and Lean Manufacturing.
• Lean Yellow Belt or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 5 years with MS Office, SAP, ERP software.

Responsibilities

• Oversees assigned workcenters on-shift production execution.
• Leads and inputs module output with 2–13 week horizon planning.
• Ensures sustained volume output, quality, and cost performance on-shift.
• Collaborates with off-shift peers to achieve targets.
• Leads and develops Team Leads and technicians.
• Manages staffing to meet production targets.
• Performs performance dialogues and development planning.
• Ensures readiness for new product introductions.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

SAP

ERP software

MS Office

People management

Operational leadership

Production planning

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Production equipment familiarity

Job description

ASML is seeking a Manufacturing Group Lead, JG8, to provide operational and people leadership in a high-volume manufacturing area. You will drive quality, Lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement while supporting new product introductions and ramp-up efforts.

The role requires 7+ years in manufacturing and 3+ years of people leadership, with a focus on safety, ISO standards, and cross-functional collaboration.