Spindle Polishing Technician CWW Front End Nights, 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM

ASML•Wilton, CT

13d

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, the Spindle Polishing Technician pitches and polishes optics to required specifications using conventional spindle polishing machines. The technician cleans, inspects, and tests optics using a variety of equipment; verifies finished-product accuracy; and supports process and product development. The schedule is Front End Nights, 6:00 PM–6:00 AM, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Saturday. The role requires precision handling of fragile, high-value optical components, inspecting and measuring parts against specifications, following written and verbal work instructions, and maintaining clear shift-to-shift documentation and communication. The technician works individually and with technicians and engineers in a flexible manufacturing-cell environment, while following safety procedures, wearing appropriate PPE, and adhering to ASML 5S requirements. The work environment includes exposure to moving mechanical parts, pitch, solvents, and polishing slurry, with possible exposure to laser energy, magnetic fields, open flames, high voltage, and currents. Parts typically weigh less than 35 pounds. Manufacturing areas are maintained at 70–76°F and 40–50% relative humidity, and noise is usually moderate. Access to controlled technology is required; candidates must be legally authorized to access it before beginning work. ASML offers employees and their families medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees may participate in the company’s 401(k) plan and receive eight hours of vacation leave per month and 13 paid holidays per calendar year. The posting lists the current base annual hourly range as $0–$0 and notes that individual pay is determined based on factors including job-related skills, education, experience, certifications, abilities, and pay relative to other team members.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Intermediate mathematical skills, including basic math and geometry.
Ability to work safely with fragile, high-value optics.
Ability to follow written and verbal English work instructions.
Blueprint interpretation skills.
Ability to use micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gages, and pH meters.
Ability to communicate effectively one-on-one and in small groups with operators, management, and engineers.
Self-motivated, with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage changing priorities.
Ability to work independently or in a team setting.
Legally authorized to access controlled technology before beginning work.
Previous optical spindle polishing knowledge is a plus.
Knowledge of SAP is a plus.

Nice To Haves

Previous optical spindle polishing knowledge.
Knowledge of SAP.

Responsibilities

Polish precision optics on conventional spindle polishing machines to required specifications.
Safely work with fragile, high-value optics.
Block and unblock parts.
Work with pitch, including pressing out and cutting laps.
Perform visual surface inspection of optical components to ISO standards.
Protect and clean components.
Measure workpieces for conformance to specifications using measuring equipment, including Zygo interferometers.
Notify the supervisor of discrepancies.
Follow written and verbal English work instructions describing processes and required measurements.
Interpret blueprints.
Use measurement tools including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gages, and pH meters.
Document and communicate actions, irregularities, and continuing needs to supervisors and coworkers across shifts.
Maintain a safe operating environment by following safety procedures and regulations.
Wear PPE where appropriate and follow ASML 5S requirements.
Support process and product development.
Cross-train in a flexible manufacturing-cell environment and work individually or with technicians and engineers.