ASML · 19 hours ago
Head of Quality
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$129K/yr - $215K/yr
8+ years expASML is a leader in the semiconductor industry, and they are seeking a Head of Quality for their EUV Factory. The role involves leading quality initiatives, overseeing compliance, and driving process improvements while collaborating with senior stakeholders and external parties.
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Responsibilities
Lead quality control and assurance programs across the EUV factory
Drive technical and organizational risk management activities
Oversee investigations into non-conformances and implement preventive actions
Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal regulations
Develop and own the EUV Factory Quality roadmap and strategic targets
Represent Quality in Hoshin Kanri and global manufacturing forums
Shape long-term quality strategy (5–7 year horizon) and drive innovation
Draft and deploy policies, procedures, and guidelines aligned with Q&E principles
Lead transformational process improvement initiatives across modules and platforms
Prioritize and manage a portfolio of quality improvement projects
Ensure implementation of improvements in systems, architecture, and documentation
Provide thought leadership and specialist advice across ASML
Mentor and coach senior professionals to build a performance-oriented culture
Promote and manage adoption of Q&E standards and Best-Known Methods
Build and maintain a network within ASML’s senior management and supplier leadership
Interface with external parties in complex environments to align quality expectations
Influence and engage cross-functional teams to drive quality outcomes
Oversee quality data analysis and reporting projects
Apply advanced statistical methods to drive continuous improvement
Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership
Manage customer interactions and ensure quality complaints are prevented
Participate in audits and represent the factory in customer-facing engagements
Develop customer-centric processes and policies
Champion the Living Quality & Excellence culture
Promote Q&E communication and recognition programs
Act as a role model within the Q&E community and across sectors
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Quality Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field
Extensive experience in Q&E domains such as Supplier/Manufacturing Quality, Lean, Six Sigma
Minimum of 8 years in a global technology environment (e.g., semiconductor, electronics, automotive)
Proven track record in strategic thinking and hands-on change leadership
Recognized mentor and coach with ability to inspire and engage professionals
Deep expertise in Quality Management Systems and roadmap development
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, cross-sector environment
Strategic mindset with operational execution capabilities
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
401k plan
Eight (8) hours of vacation leave every month
13 paid holidays throughout the calendar year
Company
ASML
ASML is a manufacturer of chip-making equipment.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$526.46M2022-05-10Post Ipo Debt· $526.46M
1995-03-24IPO
Leadership Team
Christophe Fouquet
President and Chief Executive Officer
Marco Pieters
Chief Technology Officer
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