{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"03540685237b8add1e8f8dea","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/03540685237b8add1e8f8dea","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/03540685237b8add1e8f8dea","title":"Material Handler/Optical","description":"Introduction to the job\n\nASML has an opportunity for a Senior Optical Material Handler (OMH) to support the Logistics needs of the Optical Fabrication team. The department Optical Fabrication Logistics (OFL) is responsible for streamlining both the incoming and outgoing physical and administrative material flow across the Wilton Factory Optical Fabrication manufacturing areas. The complete production process of the most advanced machines takes place within this manufacturing environment. You will report to the team leader (TL) and perform your work in these manufacturing areas. The mission of the OFL Material Handler is to arrange a flawless material flow within the WF Factory, both administrative and physical.\nASML US brings together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography machines that are key to producing faster, cheaper, more energy-efficient microchips. We design, develop, integrate, market and service these advanced machines, which enable our customers - the world’s leading chipmakers - to reduce the size and increase the functionality of their microchips, which in turn leads to smaller, more powerful consumer electronics. Our headquarters are in Veldhoven, the Netherlands, and we have 18 office locations around the United States including main offices in Chandler, Arizona, San Jose and San Diego, California, Wilton, Connecticut, and Hillsboro, Oregon.\nAre you the goal oriented, driven, flexible person that likes to achieve the best performance possible in a high-tech environment? Then the function of optical material handling might be the job for you. The department Optical Fabrication Logistics (OFL) is responsible for streamlining both the incoming and outgoing physical and administrative material flow across the Wilton Factory Optical Fabrication manufacturing areas. The complete production process of the most advanced machines takes place within this manufacturing environment. You will report to the team leader (TL) and perform your work in these manufacturing areas. The mission of the OFL is to arrange a flawless material flow within the WF Factory, both administrative and physical.\nRole and responsibilities\n\nThis position serves as a key operational leader within the Wilton Factory, responsible for ensuring smooth material flow, process efficiency, and team support. The Grade 5 role acts as the primary escalation point for Grade 4 employees and determines when to escalate issues to the Team Lead. The position requires strong leadership, SAP expertise, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.\nOperational Duties\n\nSupport Receiving, Put Away, Picking and Inventory Management activities as needed.\nEnsure accurate material movements in SAP and physical handling.\nMaintain compliance with safety standards and proper use of PPE.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\n\nCore Responsibilities\n\nAct as the escalation point for Grade 4 employees, providing guidance and support on operational issues.\nAssess situations and determine when to escalate problems to the Team Lead, ensuring timely resolution.\nLead and manage special projects to support departmental and organizational goals.\nMonitor and analyze KPIs to ensure performance targets are met and identify improvement opportunities.\nServe as a key user for SAP and other systems, providing expertise and troubleshooting support.\nRun and oversee DPM (Daily Performance Management) meetings to track progress and address issues.\nLead by example, demonstrating professionalism, accountability, and adherence to company standards.\nManage and coordinate projects, ensuring timely completion and alignment with objectives.\nOrganize and prioritize tasks with the team to maintain workflow efficiency and meet deadlines.\nDrive process improvement initiatives, identifying and implementing solutions to enhance productivity.\nResolve SAP-related issues and provide guidance to team members on system transactions.\nDeliver training and coaching to employees, including second-shift staff, to build skills and knowledge.\nOversee operations in the absence of the Team Lead, ensuring continuity and smooth execution.\nAddress and escalate customer and employee complaints professionally and promptly.\nCollaborate with peers across shifts to maintain material flow and achieve production goals.\nOperational Control (Grade 5 Focus)\nServe as the primary escalation point for Grade 4 employees, providing guidance, support, and direction.\nAssess issues and determine when escalation to the Team Lead is required.\nLead special projects and initiatives that support departmental goals.\nDrive Daily Performance Management (DPM) discussions, tracking progress and addressing deviations.\nAct as a key SAP user, supporting troubleshooting and ensuring accuracy in all material transactions.\nProvide training, upskilling, and coaching to team members, including second-shift staff.\nOversee operations in the absence of the Team Lead, ensuring continuity of material flow.\nCollaborate cross-shift to maintain alignment and meet production output targets.\nReceiving, Put Away & Inventory Management\nSupport Receiving, Put Away, and Inventory Management activities as needed.\nEnsure accurate material movements in SAP and physical handling.\nMaintain compliance with safety standards and proper use of PPE.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nExecute GR (Goods Receipt), Put Away, labeling, scanning, and inventory booking.\nMaintain owned inventory and ensure accurate weekly cycle counts.\nSupport QC, planners, and optical fabrication teams with material requests and replenishment.\nEnsure all material movements—physical and in SAP—are accurate and timely.\nPicking & Material Delivery\nPick and stage materials for production demand and factory makes.\nEnsure all deliveries meet schedule requirements and escalate deviations in quantity, part number (12NC), or timing.\nAllocate parts in transit between work centers and resolve discrepancies.\nSupport urgent production requests, dispatching replacement or defective parts rapidly.\nMaterial Return Flow\nProcess returns to Glass Stores, Coating Glass Stores, and other inventory locations.\nFollow R&R procedures for rejected material.\nTroubleshooting\nResolve picking errors, inventory mismatches, incorrect deliveries, and SAP transaction issues in cooperation with Warehouse Operations and Production Planners.\n\nHousekeeping & Safety\nMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in adherence with ASML safety standards.\nEnsure proper use of PPE and compliance with cleanroom requirements.\nSupport 5S, ISO standards, and environmental compliance.\nEducation and Experience\nHigh school diploma or GED required.\nMinimum 2+ years of experience in logistics, warehousing, or material handling.\nLeadership experience or demonstrated leadership capability strongly preferred.\nStrong SAP/ERP experience required.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) preferred.\nSkills and Competencies\nStrong leadership and decision-making skills.\nAbility to assess issues, determine escalation paths, and support operational flow.\nExcellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across shifts.\nHigh attention to detail and accuracy in SAP transactions.\nStrong customer focus and commitment to quality and efficiency.\nAbility to work independently and manage multiple priorities.\nResults-driven, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement.\nAbility to follow procedures, interpret data, and adapt to changing workloads.\nOffice & Factory Requirements\nWork includes standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting up to 35 lbs, and working with material-handling equipment.\nMust be able to work in cleanroom environments wearing full PPE (coveralls, hood, booties, safety glasses, gloves, safety shoes).\nWork may involve exposure to overhead cranes, pallet movers, lasers, chemicals, and moderate noise levels.\nMust be willing to work 2nd shift or compressed 12-hour shifts, including day/night rotations as needed.\nTravel may be required based on business needs.\nAdditional Requirements (Export Controls)\nThis position requires access to controlled technology as defined by U.S. Export Administration Regulations. Applicants must be legally authorized to access such technology before employment begins.\nDiversity and inclusion\nASML 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 diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.\nThis position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. § 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.\nEOE AA M/F/Veteran/Disability\nNeed to know more about applying for a job at ASML? Read our frequently asked questions .\nAdditional Responsibilities:\nThere is potential for exposure to strong magnetic fields, high voltage and currents.\nThis position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. § 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.\nInclusion and diversity\nASML 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.\nNeed to know more about applying for a job at ASML? Read our frequently asked questions .\nRequest an Accommodation\nASML 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.\nPlease note: This email address is solely intended to provide a method for applicants to initiate ASML’s process to request accommodation(s). 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The department Optical Fabrication Logistics (OFL) is responsible for streamlining both the incoming and outgoing physical and administrative material flow across the Wilton Factory Optical Fabrication manufacturing areas. The complete production process of the most advanced machines takes place within this manufacturing environment. You will report to the team leader (TL) and perform your work in these manufacturing areas. The mission of the OFL Material Handler is to arrange a flawless material flow within the WF Factory, both administrative and physical.\nASML US brings together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography machines that are key to producing faster, cheaper, more energy-efficient microchips. We design, develop, integrate, market and service these advanced machines, which enable our customers - the world’s leading chipmakers - to reduce the size and increase the functionality of their microchips, which in turn leads to smaller, more powerful consumer electronics. Our headquarters are in Veldhoven, the Netherlands, and we have 18 office locations around the United States including main offices in Chandler, Arizona, San Jose and San Diego, California, Wilton, Connecticut, and Hillsboro, Oregon.\nAre you the goal oriented, driven, flexible person that likes to achieve the best performance possible in a high-tech environment? Then the function of optical material handling might be the job for you. The department Optical Fabrication Logistics (OFL) is responsible for streamlining both the incoming and outgoing physical and administrative material flow across the Wilton Factory Optical Fabrication manufacturing areas. The complete production process of the most advanced machines takes place within this manufacturing environment. You will report to the team leader (TL) and perform your work in these manufacturing areas. The mission of the OFL is to arrange a flawless material flow within the WF Factory, both administrative and physical.\nRole and responsibilities\n\nThis position serves as a key operational leader within the Wilton Factory, responsible for ensuring smooth material flow, process efficiency, and team support. The Grade 5 role acts as the primary escalation point for Grade 4 employees and determines when to escalate issues to the Team Lead. The position requires strong leadership, SAP expertise, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.\nOperational Duties\n\nSupport Receiving, Put Away, Picking and Inventory Management activities as needed.\nEnsure accurate material movements in SAP and physical handling.\nMaintain compliance with safety standards and proper use of PPE.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\n\nCore Responsibilities\n\nAct as the escalation point for Grade 4 employees, providing guidance and support on operational issues.\nAssess situations and determine when to escalate problems to the Team Lead, ensuring timely resolution.\nLead and manage special projects to support departmental and organizational goals.\nMonitor and analyze KPIs to ensure performance targets are met and identify improvement opportunities.\nServe as a key user for SAP and other systems, providing expertise and troubleshooting support.\nRun and oversee DPM (Daily Performance Management) meetings to track progress and address issues.\nLead by example, demonstrating professionalism, accountability, and adherence to company standards.\nManage and coordinate projects, ensuring timely completion and alignment with objectives.\nOrganize and prioritize tasks with the team to maintain workflow efficiency and meet deadlines.\nDrive process improvement initiatives, identifying and implementing solutions to enhance productivity.\nResolve SAP-related issues and provide guidance to team members on system transactions.\nDeliver training and coaching to employees, including second-shift staff, to build skills and knowledge.\nOversee operations in the absence of the Team Lead, ensuring continuity and smooth execution.\nAddress and escalate customer and employee complaints professionally and promptly.\nCollaborate with peers across shifts to maintain material flow and achieve production goals.\nOperational Control (Grade 5 Focus)\nServe as the primary escalation point for Grade 4 employees, providing guidance, support, and direction.\nAssess issues and determine when escalation to the Team Lead is required.\nLead special projects and initiatives that support departmental goals.\nDrive Daily Performance Management (DPM) discussions, tracking progress and addressing deviations.\nAct as a key SAP user, supporting troubleshooting and ensuring accuracy in all material transactions.\nProvide training, upskilling, and coaching to team members, including second-shift staff.\nOversee operations in the absence of the Team Lead, ensuring continuity of material flow.\nCollaborate cross-shift to maintain alignment and meet production output targets.\nReceiving, Put Away & Inventory Management\nSupport Receiving, Put Away, and Inventory Management activities as needed.\nEnsure accurate material movements in SAP and physical handling.\nMaintain compliance with safety standards and proper use of PPE.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nExecute GR (Goods Receipt), Put Away, labeling, scanning, and inventory booking.\nMaintain owned inventory and ensure accurate weekly cycle counts.\nSupport QC, planners, and optical fabrication teams with material requests and replenishment.\nEnsure all material movements—physical and in SAP—are accurate and timely.\nPicking & Material Delivery\nPick and stage materials for production demand and factory makes.\nEnsure all deliveries meet schedule requirements and escalate deviations in quantity, part number (12NC), or timing.\nAllocate parts in transit between work centers and resolve discrepancies.\nSupport urgent production requests, dispatching replacement or defective parts rapidly.\nMaterial Return Flow\nProcess returns to Glass Stores, Coating Glass Stores, and other inventory locations.\nFollow R&R procedures for rejected material.\nTroubleshooting\nResolve picking errors, inventory mismatches, incorrect deliveries, and SAP transaction issues in cooperation with Warehouse Operations and Production Planners.\n\nHousekeeping & Safety\nMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in adherence with ASML safety standards.\nEnsure proper use of PPE and compliance with cleanroom requirements.\nSupport 5S, ISO standards, and environmental compliance.\nEducation and Experience\nHigh school diploma or GED required.\nMinimum 2+ years of experience in logistics, warehousing, or material handling.\nLeadership experience or demonstrated leadership capability strongly preferred.\nStrong SAP/ERP experience required.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) preferred.\nSkills and Competencies\nStrong leadership and decision-making skills.\nAbility to assess issues, determine escalation paths, and support operational flow.\nExcellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across shifts.\nHigh attention to detail and accuracy in SAP transactions.\nStrong customer focus and commitment to quality and efficiency.\nAbility to work independently and manage multiple priorities.\nResults-driven, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement.\nAbility to follow procedures, interpret data, and adapt to changing workloads.\nOffice & Factory Requirements\nWork includes standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting up to 35 lbs, and working with material-handling equipment.\nMust be able to work in cleanroom environments wearing full PPE (coveralls, hood, booties, safety glasses, gloves, safety shoes).\nWork may involve exposure to overhead cranes, pallet movers, lasers, chemicals, and moderate noise levels.\nMust be willing to work 2nd shift or compressed 12-hour shifts, including day/night rotations as needed.\nTravel may be required based on business needs.\nAdditional Requirements (Export Controls)\nThis position requires access to controlled technology as defined by U.S. Export Administration Regulations. Applicants must be legally authorized to access such technology before employment begins.\nDiversity and inclusion\nASML 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 diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.\nThis position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. § 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.\nEOE AA M/F/Veteran/Disability\nNeed to know more about applying for a job at ASML? Read our frequently asked questions .\nAdditional Responsibilities:\nThere is potential for exposure to strong magnetic fields, high voltage and currents.\nThis position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. § 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.\nInclusion and diversity\nASML 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.\nNeed to know more about applying for a job at ASML? Read our frequently asked questions .\nRequest an Accommodation\nASML 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.\nPlease 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.","datePosted":"2026-05-21T05:50:46.474Z","dateModified":"2026-05-21T05:50:46.474Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Asml","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Wilton","addressRegion":"CT","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"03540685237b8add1e8f8dea"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/03540685237b8add1e8f8dea"}}