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.

The Senior Operations Manager is responsible for leading the overall operational performance of one or more business units or facilities. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of operations while driving continuous improvement, developing leaders, and aligning operational strategies with business objectives. The Senior Operations Manager partners cross-functionally to achieve operational excellence in quality, delivery, cost, people, and customer satisfaction.

About You Role:

Operational Leadership
• Lead day-to-day operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and
productivity objectives.
• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Drive accountability through performance metrics and operational reviews.
• Monitor operational KPIs and implement corrective actions as needed.

People Leadership
• Lead, coach, and develop managers and operational leaders.
• Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, engagement, and
continuous improvement.
• Support succession planning and talent development initiatives.

Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and safe work environment.
• Manage workforce planning to meet current and future business needs.
Continuous Improvement
• Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other operational
excellence methodologies.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, quality, and customer
service.
• Lead cross-functional improvement projects.
• Promote a culture of innovation and problem-solving.

Financial Management
• Develop and manage operational budgets.
• Monitor labor, material, and overhead costs.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives without compromising safety or quality.
• Support capital investment planning and execution.

Customer & Business Partnership
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, HR, Finance, Maintenance,
and Commercial teams.
• Ensure customer commitments are consistently met.
• Support new product introductions, capacity expansion, and strategic initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Safety & Compliance
• Promote a zero-incident safety culture.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety, and labor regulations.

Lead investigations and corrective actions for operational incidents.
• Maintain readiness for internal and external audits.

About You:
Education
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business
Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Master's degree (MBA or related discipline) preferred.
Experience
• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership experience.
• 5+ years leading managers and cross-functional teams.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or similar operational
environments.
• Demonstrated success improving operational performance and leading
organizational change.

Knowledge & Skills
• Strategic and operational leadership
• Manufacturing and operations management
• Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement
• Financial and business acumen
• Change management
• Talent development and coaching.

Project management
• Data analysis and KPI management
• Risk management
• Customer-focused decision making
• Strong communication and stakeholder management
• Conflict resolution and negotiation
• Decision-making under pressure

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Safety performance (TRIR, Lost Time Incidents)
• Quality performance (PPM, First Pass Yield, Customer Complaints)
• On-Time Delivery
• Productivity and labor efficiency
• Cost performance and budget adherence
• Inventory accuracy and turns
• Employee engagement and retention
• Continuous improvement savings
• Customer satisfaction
• Operational capacity utilization

Leadership Competencies
• Strategic Thinking

Results Orientation
• Accountability
• People Development
• Collaboration
• Customer Focus
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Business Acumen
• Decision Quality
• Adaptability
• Integrity
• Change Leadership

Working Conditions
• Regular presence in manufacturing or operational environments.
• Ability to travel between facilities as required.
• May require occasional work outside standard business hours to support
operational needs.
• Interaction with executive leadership, customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.

Littelfuse is an equal opportunity employer committed to empowering every associate to make a difference — everywhere, every day.

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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.