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Continuous Improvement Lead

Continuous Improvement Lead

ASML US, LLCSan Diego, CA, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Introduction to the job

As the Continuous Improvement Lead, you will focus on identifying opportunities for improving workflows within operations. This role includes facilitating the continuous improvement mindset and driving those improvements within the department. This role reports directly to the Head of Planning and Logistics.

Role and responsibilities

  • Conduct in-depth analysis of existing workflows using process mapping tools (e.g., flowcharts, SOPs) to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities
  • Identify inefficiencies and implement Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies to streamline workflows
  • Lead change initiatives across departments, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes and systems
  • Monitor KPIs and continuous improvement metrics, report progress to leadership, and adjust strategies as needed
  • Use statistical analysis and reporting tools to track progress and inform decision-making
  • Collaborate with process owners and key users to ensure alignment and adoption of new processes
  • Model a continuous improvement mindset and coach team members throughout the organization

Education and experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in process optimization, planning, or operations management
  • Experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or other CI methodologies
  • Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams
  • Experience with project management tools
  • Proven ability to analyze and streamline processes
  • Knowledge of MRP Database (SAP a plus)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Skills

  • Can observe and respond to people and situations and interact with others encountered in the course of work
  • Can learn and apply new information or skills
  • Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving
  • Interest in analyzing an solving issues that occur and seek for improvement
  • Ability to complete assignments with attention to detail and high degree of accuracy
  • Proven ability to perform effectively in a demanding environment with changing workloads
  • Result driven-demonstrate ownership and accountability
  • Identifies bottlenecks and drives improvements
  • Work independently or as part of a team and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision
  • Demonstrate open, clear, concise and professional communication, both written and verbal
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and customers
  • Work according to a strict set of procedures within the provided timelines
  • Other information

    Role within Office

    Responsibilities

  • Routinely required to sit; walk; talk; hear; use hands to keyboard, finger, handle, and feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, and stretch. Occasionally required to move around the campus.
  • Occasionally lift and / or move up to 20 pounds.
  • May require travel (specify domestic and / or international) dependent on business needs.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Role within the Factory

    Responsibilities

  • Must be willing to work in a clean room environment, wearing coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses and gloves for entire duration of shift.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to sit; walk; talk; hear; use hands to keyboard, finger, handle, and feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, and stretch.
  • The employee may occasionally lift and / or move up to 20 pounds. Can we be more specific : Must be willing to lift up to 20 pounds, pull 20 pounds at least once a day and spend the majority of time (greater than 90% less break time) on the floor working on tool sets, walking three to five miles a day, and / or standing / sitting for nine hours.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • The current base annual salary range for this role is currently :

    $94,125-156,875

    Pay scales are determined by role, level, location and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of several factors that that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and pay relative to other team members.

    The Company offers employees and their families, medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to participate in the Company's 401k plan. Employees will also receive eight (8) hours of vacation leave every month and (13) paid holidays throughout the calendar year. For more information, please contact the Recruiter or click on this link Compensation & Benefits in the US .

    All new ASML jobs have a minimum application deadline of 10 days.

    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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    ASML provides reasonable accommodations to applicants for ASML employment and ASML employees with disabilities. An accommodation is a change in work rules, facilities, or conditions which enable an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform the essential functions of a job, and / or enjoy equal access to the benefits and privileges of employment. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or otherwise participate in the employee pre-selection process, please send an email to USHR_Accommodation@asml.com to initiate the company's reasonable accommodation process.

    Please note : This email address is solely intended to provide a method for applicants to initiate ASML's process to request accommodation(s). Any recruitment questions should be directed to the designated Talent Acquisition member for the position.

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