Precision Optics Fabrication Specialist

asml; Wilton (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML in Wilton, CT is seeking a detail-oriented technician to fabricate precision optical components for semiconductor lithography systems. You will operate CNC milling, perform grinding and polishing, coat optics, align parts, and inspect surfaces with advanced metrology to ensure tight specs.

The role emphasizes 5S discipline, safety, and continuous improvement, with a compressed 4-on-3 schedule and opportunities to grow machining and inspection skills through hands-on training and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• Associate degree in a vocational trade preferred.
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing facility or completion of a vocational certification preferable.
• Prior use of measuring equipment desirable: microscopes, calipers, micrometers, coordinate measuring machine (CMM), interferometer.
• Participation in continuous improvement efforts (quality circles, kaizen events, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Actively monitor and take ownership of optical processing equipment.
• Handle delicate optical components and visually identify any abnormal characteristics.
• Maintain area, tooling, and equipment to 5S area standards.
• Identify and elevate any unsafe conditions.
• Identify and elevate any product or process quality concerns in a timely manner.
• Perform assigned work content to support area and factory schedule execution.
• Collaborate with the Production Engineering and Manufacturing Management teams to improve operational efficiency and effectivity.
• Learn and apply skills to tackle progressively more challenging products.
• Identify and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in how your work is defined and performed, and more broadly within your area, to improve safety, quality, output, and cycle time.
• Inspect and create a map of glass surfaces showing all minute defects.
• Clean optical surfaces of all particles and contaminants.
• Accurately record time and attendance.
• Assist with training new and existing employees

Skills

CNC milling

Metrology equipment

Quality control

Safety procedures

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in vocational trade

Tools

Microscopes

Calipers

Micrometers

CMM

Interferometer

Job description

ASML in Wilton, CT is seeking a detail-oriented technician to fabricate precision optical components for semiconductor lithography systems. You will operate CNC milling, perform grinding and polishing, coat optics, align parts, and inspect surfaces with advanced metrology to ensure tight specs.

The role emphasizes 5S discipline, safety, and continuous improvement, with a compressed 4-on-3 schedule and opportunities to grow machining and inspection skills through hands-on training and teamwork.