About The Position
ASML is seeking an Optical Fabrication Technician to fabricate high-precision optical components used in semiconductor photolithography machines. The role requires attention to detail, precise hand-eye coordination, commitment to production schedules, and adherence to safety and processing standards. Technicians work in a processing competency that may include CNC machining glass, grinding and polishing optical surfaces, operating deposition chambers to coat optics, aligning and assembling glass parts, or measuring optical characteristics for process feedback and final inspection. The technician maintains safety and workplace organization, handles delicate components, monitors equipment and product quality, and contributes to continuous improvement. The role involves learning progressively more challenging products and collaborating with production engineering and manufacturing management. Candidates must be legally authorized to access controlled technology before starting work; business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible. The position is listed for CWW backend nights, with a schedule of 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. The job posting notes potential exposure to strong magnetic fields, high voltage, and currents.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Legally authorized to access controlled technology before beginning work.
- Attention to detail and precise hand-eye coordination.
- Commitment to following processing standards, safety practices, and work instructions.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working in a manufacturing facility or completion of a vocational certification.
- Experience using measuring equipment such as microscopes, calipers, micrometers, coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), or interferometers.
- Work experience or active hobbies that translate to the stated job responsibilities and desired personal skills.
Responsibilities
- Comply with safety requirements and participate in safety improvements within the work center.
- Maintain the area, tooling, and equipment to 5S standards.
- Follow processing standards and work instructions to produce consistent quality results.
- Monitor optical processing equipment and respond appropriately to maintain desired results.
- Handle delicate optical components and visually identify abnormal characteristics.
- Identify and promptly escalate product or process quality concerns.
- Learn and apply skills to work on progressively more challenging products.
- Identify and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that improve safety, quality, output, and cycle time.
- Collaborate with production engineering and manufacturing management to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Accurately record time and attendance.
- Record work activity in the shop floor control system, including processing delays and quality issues.
- Learn to inspect glass surfaces and create maps showing minute defects.
- Learn to clean optical surfaces of particles and contaminants.
- Fabricate optical components through assigned processing work, which may include CNC machining, grinding and polishing, coating, alignment and assembly, or optical measurement and inspection.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Basic life insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Eight hours of vacation leave every month
- Thirteen paid holidays throughout the calendar year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
