Introduction to the job
ASML 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.
We are looking for a candidate who is good at solving complex planning problems to achieve ASML's business target including the commercial product output and customer service requirement by the most efficient and economical way.
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Production Planning is responsible for the transformation of our Masterplan (MPS) into a feasible production plan for all production equipment, monitoring production progress, working with manufacturing personnel, ensuring that all logistical requirements are fulfilled on time and in the most cost-efficient way.
In conjunction with the Shift Planning department, working within, and understanding the production process, plant procedures, equipment capabilities and flow of goods within the facility by providing ready to execute detailed plans based on all constraints, actual work in progress and buffer status daily.
Role and responsibilities
-Responsible for the planning, monitoring, and adjustment of production activities so that the agreed production plan is realized with optimized work-in-progress and stock levels
-Manage material availability for planned production activities by mitigating and/or escalating shortages and define and execute Planning structural improvements to prevent material issues in the future
-Roll-up of production progress towards monthly masterplan updates, pro-actively identify risks and create scenarios for decision making regarding plan optimization
-Align facilities, manufacturing equipment, tooling and resource plan with capacity requirements and drive timely decision making for capacity extension
-Utilize knowledge of different planning parameters (e.g. safety time, safety stock) to be able to adjust planning methodology when production environment is changing
-Initiate and provide input to improve cycle times and delivery processes within the factory
-Secure logistic requirements during engineering change process and execution to secure an optimal implementation in the factory.
-Communicate and collaborate with fellow colleagues to ensure feasibility and remove roadblocks
-Navigate and input information in ERP
-Identifying bottlenecks and driving improvement
Minimum Required Education and Experience
-Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required
- 3+ years of experience in planning and/or supply chain in a manufacturing environment.
-Demonstrable understanding of SAP or comparable ERP system.
-Experience working and communication with cross functional teams and stakeholders.
-Experience working in a manufacturing environment and driving continuous improvement.
Preferred Experience
- APICS certifications in manufacturing planning, supply chain, project management, engineering, or master data configuration
- New Product Implementation Planning and Development
Other information
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to occasionally work in a Cleanroom environment (constant 72℉; working under ISO 9001/14001 standards)
- Must be able to occasionally work in full PPE (full body coveralls, hood, clean room safety shoes, face mask, nitrile gloves, safety glasses) for entire duration of shift and re-gown multiple times per day
- Routinely required to sit, walk, talk, hear, use hands to keyboard, use fingers to handle and feel, stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach and stretch
- Must be able to perform solo lifts and/or move up to 35 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required -- close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
- Must be able to work with/on ladders, work on platforms, work around chemicals, operate overhead cranes, fork trucks and motorized pallet jacks.
This 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.
Diversity and inclusion
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 diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
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