Introduction to the job

The EUV Factory (EF) is responsible for the manufacturing of an EUV system. The complete module assembly, final assembly and testing of the most advanced lithography machines takes place within the EUV Factory, Veldhoven. Our mission is to deliver a fully qualified EUV system to our customers, on time and at the right cost. 

We are currently ramping up production in order to meet increased customer demand which means we need to grow the team, while continuing to industrialize the product, reduce the cycle time and improve cost. Within the EF NXE Module Build department we are creating 2 (two) new Group Lead (GL) positions reporting to the Line Manager Wafer Stage Work Centre (WC) or MID WC.

The NXE Module Build GL is responsible to secure output of high quality modules in line with our customer requested dates, while safeguarding safety at all times. The holder of this position is the GL of >5 direct Team Leaders, each managing a team of ~10-15FTE in total. The GL reports to the Line Manager Module Build Wafer Stage or MID WC and works closely together with other Managers/GL’s from the Manufacturing, Install and Production Support Departments.

Role and responsibilities

As Group Lead, you will be responsible for leading a large operational organization through Team Leaders while balancing people leadership, operational performance, safety, and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead, coach, and develop Team Leaders to build engaged, high-performing, and inclusive teams.
• Ensure a strong Health, Safety & Environment culture and drive compliance across the factory.
• Deliver operational KPIs related to safety, quality, output, and delivery performance.
• Drive workforce capability and capacity planning to meet current and future business needs.
• Lead and prioritize continuous improvement initiatives that contribute to factory goals and business impact.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Manufacturing, Production Support, Install, and other sectors to solve operational challenges and improve performance.
• Provide management insights based on operational data, trends, and risks, and translate these into actionable improvement plans.
• Contribute to annual planning, budget management, and deployment of strategic priorities within the department.
• Support the development and execution of departmental and factory roadmaps beyond the scope of the own organization.

Education and experience

• Bachelor or Master degree, or equivalent working and thinking level.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing or operations.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience, preferably managing leaders or large teams through indirect reports.
• Experience driving operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience managing stakeholders across multiple functions and organizational levels.
• Experience with resource planning and operational decision-making in a dynamic environment.

Skills

• Leadership aligned with the ASML Leadership Model: Role Model, People Manager, Coach, and Business Manager.
• Ability to lead teams through change, ambiguity, and a rapidly evolving environment.
• Strong ownership mentality with a focus on results and execution.
• Analytical and structured approach to problem solving and decision making.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Proven experience in continuous improvement and Lean methodologies.
• Ability to translate strategic goals into operational execution.

Other information

The successful candidate demonstrates the potential to operate at a senior leadership level, influence beyond their direct organization, and contribute to the long-term growth and development of the EUV Factory.

Please submit your CV and motivation letter outlining your interest in this opportunity and your fit for the role.

For this position, the indicative (fixed) annual salary range is between 98,000 euro and 110,500 euro​. This range comprises vacation allowance and a 13th-month payment. Company profit sharing is not included in this range. The actual compensation offered will depend on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: job-related skills, relevant education and (work) experience, certifications, demonstrated abilities of the candidate, pay relative to other team members. This information is provided for transparency and guidance purposes only, and no rights can be derived from this salary indication.​

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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