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Introduction to the jobWe are seeking a highly motivated Team Leader to oversee a team of 15 employees and drive operational excellence within our work center or shift. In this role, you will coordinate daily activities, ensure seamless collaboration with cross-functional teams within Operations, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.You will empower your team to grow, create a safe and supportive workplace, and help us achieve meaningful operational goals. If you’re passionate about leading people and making a real impact, this is a great opportunity to inspire progress and excellence.Role and responsibilitiesCascade targets to team and support performance reviews, skill development, and task assignment to build a capable and engaged team.Create and execute individual development plans, coach team members, and support their long‑term career progression.Drive retention and development of critical knowledge while fostering natural team growth where applicable.Drive achievement of planned results and team-level KPIs.Leverage strong cross‑team collaboration to optimize overall production performance and provide meaningful input into operational planning.Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, clearly communicate operational decisions, and translate results and issues into insights that drive business improvement.Ensure a strong safety culture by maintaining full compliance, conducting checks, and driving continuous improvement in HSE performanceLead and inspire continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and team performance.Education and experienceMaster’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electronics, (Applied) Physics, Industrial Engineering or a comparable field; or equivalent working/thinking level.3–5 years of leadership experience in a high‑tech or manufacturing environment.Strong experience in planning and managing operational activities to meet predetermined objectives.SkillsCoach, lead and motivate the team with high-educated and young talentsExcellent communication interpersonal skills for collaborating across functions.Capable of making professional, data‑driven decisions and ensuring high commitment to execution.Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.Ability to manage a fast‑paced production line with high quality and delivery expectations.Safety‑driven mindset and strong sense of accountabilityOther informationTravel requirement: approximately 10%.This role reports to the Group Lead and collaborates closely with other Team Leads within factory.Inclusion and diversityASML 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.Need to know more about applying for a job at ASML? Read our frequently asked questions.

Role and ResponsibilitiesAs a Team Leader within Share Service, you will be responsible for end-to-end ownership of your scope, balancing technical depth, people leadership, and operational execution.Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers, ensuring clear role ownership, capability growth, and engagement.Allocate resources effectively to meet business priorities across NPI and HVM activities.Act as the end-to-end accountable owner for your scope, from planning through execution and continuous improvement.Drive automation initiatives to improve efficiency, reliability, and standardization in tool management and related processes.Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders (manufacturing, engineering, logistics, quality) to achieve target performance.Plan, manage, and control budgets within your responsibility.Demonstrate strong self-reflection, actively seek feedback, and continuously adapt your leadership approach.Embrace complexity and change, analyze problems from different perspectives, and propose innovative, data-driven solutions.Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree or above in Engineering or a related technical field.More than 10 years of people leadership experience, with demonstrated success in leading technical teams.Experience managing a team of 5 or more engineers.More than 5 years of experience in tool, equipment, or manufacturing-related management environments.Hands-on experience in automation, digitalization, or system-driven improvement projects is strongly preferred.SkillsStrong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence across organizational boundaries.Solid understanding of automation concepts, system integration, or data-driven process improvement.Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).Strong planning capability, including schedule planning, pipeline thinking, and prioritization.Six Sigma training and proven experience applying structured improvement methodologies in real cases.Comfortable working in a fast-changing, high-complexity manufacturing environment.Inclusion and diversityASML 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.Need to know more about applying for a job at ASML? Read our frequently asked questions.

ContextHas advanced knowledge of 1 module and basic knowledge of a second module, advanced knowledge of workprep, tooling, hardware, software.Covers all related ASML Factories (supporting) activities to assemble and test qualified modules and submodules into a complete system, including the optical fabrication processes.Works independently, based on procedures and practices and is subject to managerial control and review of end results, escalates to next level if out of scope. Is a sparring partner for GL on process, projects and technical topics.Develops and maintains a network across several functional areas to use for problem resolution related to a specific module.RequirementsBachelor degree in technical domain (e.g. mechanical engineering, mechatronics, electrical engineering, physics)Solid experience in a technical production or equivalent working and thinking level.orMaster degree in technical domain (e.g. mechanical engineering, mechatronics, electrical engineering, physics)Experienced in a technical domain.ResponsibilitiesSolutioning / 2nd line supportContributes to the solution of faults and takes the necessary initiatives and practical decisions to ensure zero repeat.Solves technical and process problems within own focus areas structurally (several modules). Analyses problems of products and processes.New Product IntroductionManages New Product Introduction by applying knowledge in product or process development projects; foresees production problems in the design phase and improves the manufacturability of the product.Is actively involved in the release for volume takeover from DE to Manufacturing.EngineeringCollects and evaluates data and contributes to or produces partial designs.Understands engineering problems related to own tasks and proposes different solutions to choose from, in an environment with some technical uncertainties. Works independently on diagnostics and maintenance.MaintenanceMaintains, validates, provides up-to-date procedures, processes (work preparation) and blueprints/sequences for Factory execution.Continuous ImprovementAnalyzes the production process, points out structural problems and bottlenecks, work out suggestions for improvements and initiates their implementation.Continuously adapt, optimize operating instructions, process flow charts, routings, process parameters and indicators.Drive assigned process improvement projects to in-time and successful delivery.Identifies missing processes / procedures (in/outside the factory) and creates them.Team management / CoachingCoaches (senior) operators, educates less experienced colleagues on content of work (including processes) and answering questions.Stakeholder ManagementRepresents manufacturing in DE/PGP, ensuring an efficient NPI process.Communication at work center level with own module TS,CS,ME,SCE engineers.Own level and 2 levels higher with (non) Factory departments (engineers, PL).Inclusion and diversityASML 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.Need to know more about applying for a job at ASML? Read our frequently asked questions.