Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

As a Manufacturing Engineer at Littelfuse, you will drive continuous improvement across production processes, resolving issues and supporting the team to boost efficiency, yield, and product quality. You’ll advance lean transformation on the shop floor and service levels, contributing to safety, delivery, and cost performance. You will work with cross-functional teams to implement automation and AI-driven improvements in a fast-paced, global environment. This role offers the chance to shape manufacturing processes for new products and scalable solutions.

Retribuzione / Benefits competitive compensation and benefits

performance-based incentives

flexible work arrangements

development opportunities

inclusive culture

global collaboration

Responsabilità Collaborate with manufacturing engineering and production teams to resolve process-related issues and minimize downtime

Own line performance in safety, quality, and efficiency metrics

Analyze production deviations and implement corrective/preventive actions

Apply lean tools to eliminate waste and improve flow

Prepare technical reports, update work instructions, and maintain documentation

Identify and support automation projects for cost reduction and capacity expansion

Collaborate with product development on cost estimation and new manufacturing processes

Stay updated on emerging technologies to enhance processes through automation and AI-driven improvements

Requisiti fondamentali 3+ years in manufacturing engineering or related role with automatic assembly processes (e.g., pick & place, automatic feeders, pallet lines, 6-axis/SCARA robots)

Experience in manufacturing/industrial environment

Understanding of PLC systems is a plus

Familiar with lean tools and CI methodologies

Strong time management and problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented with good organizational skills in a fast-paced, multicultural setting

Open-minded and proactive in proposing ideas and improvements

Fluent in English and Italian (written and spoken)

Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel

time management

problem-solving

detail-orientation

lean tools

continuous improvement methodologies

PLC systems