Senior Optical Manufacturing Leader

Hardware FYI; Wilton (CT); On-site; USD 141,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML in the United States ( CT Wilton area ) is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead the BCELL production area, oversee bonding, contacting, etching, lithography, and laser processing of optical components. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement across 24/7 operations while partnering with Production Engineering and sister sites.

The role requires 10–15 years in manufacturing operations, a strong Lean/CI background, and experience in ISO

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required (Engineering or related field) with 10-15 years in manufacturing operations
• Master’s Degree (Engineering or related field) preferred with 5-10 years in manufacturing operations
• Proven experience leading leaders in a complex, multi-shift production environment
• Lean/Continuous Improvement background with demonstrated results
• Experience in optics manufacturing, coating, or metrology preferred
• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred) and manufacturing systems
• ISO-certified environments experience
• Planning/managing resources within short to medium timescales within policy framework

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of 5+ direct reports and 30+ total staff
• Drive Lean and continuous improvement across BCELL and 24/7 production
• Coordinate safety, quality, and compliance with ISO standards
• Industrialize new products and processes with cross-functional teams
• Translate sector strategy into 2-3 year operational plans
• Partner with Production Engineering, Supply Chain, and NPI teams
• Provide data-driven insights, KPI tracking, and risk assessments

Skills

People leadership

Lean / CI

Multi-shift operations

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety & compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

10–15 years in manufacturing operations

Master’s preferred in engineering

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

ASML in the United States ( CT Wilton area ) is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead the BCELL production area, oversee bonding, contacting, etching, lithography, and laser processing of optical components. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement across 24/7 operations while partnering with Production Engineering and sister sites.

The role requires 10–15 years in manufacturing operations, a strong Lean/CI background, and experience in ISO