Team Leader - Manufacturing

Do you want to be part of our dynamic and innovating working environment and lead a team to further strengthen our manufacturing process? We might be looking for you!

In the role, the task is to

Lead, develop and inspire a (natural) team consisting of a diverse group of technicians and engineers (inside and outside TF) that work towards a common goal. Manage the Production Process, in order to realize the planned production targets and objectives in terms of e.g. Safety, Customer Satisfaction, Delivery, Quality and Efficiency/Costs. Leading organizational change by actively driving the transformation towards the TWINSCAN Factory (TF) Flow Factory vision, required to grow the TF production capability within the current footprint and with the current amount of people.

Roles and responsibilities

The NXT system Build department is responsible for building our DUV machines The team consists out of +/- 100 people divided into 8 teams, working in a 2-shift basic working schedule, inside the TF cleanroom. The systems are manufactured according to a flow line concept where the role of the TL is crucial to ensure people follow and improve on the safety, quality and work standards, ensuring production line meets hourly, shift and daily output targets. Your job will include to:

Manage people effectively: hire, develop, set goals, and monitor performance to keep your team engaged.

Build self-supporting, collaborative teams that work well together.

Lead by example: demonstrate TF behavioral anchors like listening, following standards, taking ownership, speaking up, improving processes, and showing respect

Ensure training and compliance with ASML processes, quality, and safety standards.

Plan resources for both short- and long-term needs, aligned with market demand.

Provide backup for your manager or fellow team leads when needed.

Motivate and support your team, fostering continuous improvement to boost quality, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction.

Drive problem-solving and set priorities within the team.

Maintain Operational Excellence in manufacturing.

Lead change by actively driving and promoting the TF Flow Factory vision.

Respond promptly to issues raised by team members or customers.

Support New Product Introductions (NPIs).

Set and enforce norms and standards, ensuring process adherence.

Manage stakeholders, both internal and external.

Main drivers: Safety, Quality, Delivery performance, Customer satisfaction, Cost effectiveness, Inventory and People engagement

We are looking for candidates with a relevant (technical) bachelor or master degree with multiple years of experience (at least 5 years) in leading a team. Additionally you have:

Experience in (flow) production management;

Experience in a complex working environment;

Experience in LEAN and FLOW as a (Natural) Team Leader;

Experience in leading and coaching improvement projects.

Lastly you have excellent communicational abilities and can use English (written and verbally) with ease.

Together is the only way. You won’t work in a silo. Instead, you’ll be part of a creative, dynamic work environment where you’ll collaborate with supportive colleagues. You’ll have the flexibility and trust to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems. To thrive in this job, you’ll need the following skills:

Lead by example and “walk the talk.”

Inspire and empower your team with motivation and trust.

Show care, challenge constructively, and collaborate with all team members.

Coach and teach using a servant leadership approach.

Build high-performing teams and encourage diversity.

Be visibly present on the shop floor at least 80% of the shift.

Communicate clearly and give/receive feedback regularly.

Stay results-focused while showing empathy and cultural awareness.

Perform under pressure and solve problems pragmatically.

Take ownership of your area and act responsibly.

Think beyond your team, considering upstream and downstream impacts.

Foster strong relationships with partners, suppliers, and customers.

Delegate effectively and develop diverse perspectives.

Drive change by translating strategy into clear goals and mindset.

Celebrate success and show appreciation.

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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