Job Description

Littelfuse (NASDAQ: LFUS) is a diversified industrial technology manufacturing company shaping solutions for the safe and efficient transfer of electrical energy. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, we serve customers across industrial, transportation, and electronics markets worldwide. With approximately 16,000 employees we design and manufacture innovative technologies that support electrification, energy efficiency, and advanced automation. Our global reach is matched by a culture that empowers innovation and long-term growth. Guided by our principles We Care, We Succeed With Our Customers, and We Own the Outcome, we work collaboratively, think boldly, and deliver solutions that move industries forward.

About the Job

• Lead workforce planning, hiring, training, and capability development of supervisors and operators to ensure production execution in full compliance with SOP, WI, and safety/quality standards; ensure JIT delivery of production plans.
• Take ownership of workshop safety management across multiple lines, ensure zero recordable accidents, and drive continuous safety improvement through LSGA and risk control initiatives.
• Strengthen team leadership by developing frontline leaders, enforcing discipline, promoting best practices, and building a high-performance and engaged team culture.
• Oversee daily production operations across lines, coordinate cross-functional resources (Engineering, Quality, Maintenance) to resolve issues related to 4M1E, and drive actions through Tier meetings and Gemba walks.
• Lead and drive Lean & Six Sigma projects to improve yield, reduce waste and variation, optimize processes, and continuously improve SQDCI performance.
• Support plant-level initiatives and complete tasks assigned by management; collaborate across departments to achieve overall business objectives.

About You

• 5+ years of experience in production management, with strong process or equipment background preferred
• Proven experience in team leadership (leading supervisors or multiple lines)
• Solid knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and 6S practices
• Strong capability in problem-solving, data analysis, and risk identification
• Good leadership and coaching skills to develop team capability and engagement
• Strong cross-functional communication and resource coordination skills
• High sense of accountability and result orientation (SQDCI focus)
• Customer-focused mindset (internal & external)
• Continuous learning agility and self-development capability

At Littelfuse, we support employee growth and development. Guided by our culture principles, our teams work together to deliver value for customers and make a positive impact in the communities where we operate. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to grow and contribute. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, performance-based incentives, flexible work arrangements, and development opportunities.