Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Range $110,250.00 - $183,750.00
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401k
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Job Description
ASML is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced lithography systems used by the semiconductor industry worldwide. With a commitment to innovation and operational excellence, ASML provides cutting-edge technology that enables the production of microchips essential for modern electronics. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that encourages continuous learning and growth for its employees. Located in San Diego, California, ASML’s factory is a key component in their manufacturing network, including operations in Korea, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products with state-of-the-art precision.
This opportunity is for a Strategy Deployment Lead position within ASML’s Operational Excellence and Quality team, specifically supporting the San Diego and Korea factories. Reporting directly to the Head of Operational Excellence & Quality, this role is instrumental in translating senior leadership priorities into actionable factory goals, deploying Hoshin Kanri strategy effectively throughout the organization from the leadership team down to the shopfloor. The role demands a proactive leader who can drive strategic alignment, facilitate structured problem solving, and spearhead transformational initiatives that deliver measurable business impact.
The Strategy Deployment Lead is responsible for leading the annual strategy deployment cycle, guiding factory leadership in setting clear KPIs and critical initiatives, and ensuring accountability through regular operating reviews and follow-ups. This role also involves coaching leaders to adopt system-level thinking and improve performance management practices that connect strategy to execution. Candidates who thrive in ambiguous environments and possess strong analytical, strategic, and hands-on leadership skills will excel in this position. The role is based onsite in San Diego, California, requiring full-time presence five days a week to work closely with factory leaders and cross-functional teams.
With a competitive salary range from $110,250 to $165,375 annually, ASML offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401k participation, paid vacation, and holidays. ASML is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to support diverse candidates throughout the recruitment process. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to industry-leading operational excellence practices in a high-tech manufacturing environment that is shaping the future of semiconductor technology.
This opportunity is for a Strategy Deployment Lead position within ASML’s Operational Excellence and Quality team, specifically supporting the San Diego and Korea factories. Reporting directly to the Head of Operational Excellence & Quality, this role is instrumental in translating senior leadership priorities into actionable factory goals, deploying Hoshin Kanri strategy effectively throughout the organization from the leadership team down to the shopfloor. The role demands a proactive leader who can drive strategic alignment, facilitate structured problem solving, and spearhead transformational initiatives that deliver measurable business impact.
The Strategy Deployment Lead is responsible for leading the annual strategy deployment cycle, guiding factory leadership in setting clear KPIs and critical initiatives, and ensuring accountability through regular operating reviews and follow-ups. This role also involves coaching leaders to adopt system-level thinking and improve performance management practices that connect strategy to execution. Candidates who thrive in ambiguous environments and possess strong analytical, strategic, and hands-on leadership skills will excel in this position. The role is based onsite in San Diego, California, requiring full-time presence five days a week to work closely with factory leaders and cross-functional teams.
With a competitive salary range from $110,250 to $165,375 annually, ASML offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401k participation, paid vacation, and holidays. ASML is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to support diverse candidates throughout the recruitment process. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to industry-leading operational excellence practices in a high-tech manufacturing environment that is shaping the future of semiconductor technology.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
- Minimum 7 years experience in Operational Excellence in manufacturing
- At least 5 years focus on strategy deployment and driving enterprise-level projects
- Excellent leadership skills with ability to lead cross-functional teams
- Strong analytical and systems thinking capabilities
- Master’s degree preferred
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or other lean certificates preferred
- PMP certification strongly preferred
- Onsite work at San Diego location required
- Legal authorization to access controlled technology as per US export regulations
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
- Master’s degree preferred
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or other lean certificates from reputable organizations preferred
- PMP certification strongly preferred
- Minimum 7 years experience in Operational Excellence in manufacturing
- At least 5 years experience focusing on strategy deployment and enterprise-level projects
- Excellent leadership skills with ability to lead without authority
- Strong analytical and systems thinker
- Strategic and execution-driven
- Practical and hands-on approach
- Influential with strong ownership and accountability
Job Duties
- Lead strategy deployment using Hoshin Kanri and adoption on the shopfloor
- Assist factory heads to translate senior leadership priorities into clear goals, KPIs, and initiatives
- Facilitate Hoshin Kanri strategy sessions and structured problem solving
- Lead high impact transformation and breakthrough initiatives end-to-end
- Drive maturity of strategy deployment and performance management for Operational Excellence
- Scale and standardize the operating system across sites
- Coach and influence leaders on system-level thinking
- Apply strong financial and business judgment to evaluate initiatives and communicate tradeoffs
Job Criteria
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Expert Level (7+ years)
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