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.
Job Summary
The Production Planner I is responsible for ensuring the timely availability of materials and the efficient execution of production schedules to meet customer demand. This role supports production continuity by coordinating planning activities, monitoring inventory levels, and aligning supply with operational requirements. The position plays a key role in maintaining accurate production plans and minimizing risks related to shortages or excess inventory.
About your role
Develop and sequence daily and weekly production schedules based on SAP planning outputs.
Coordinate with production teams to optimize order sequencing, reduce downtime, and adjust plans according to demand changes.
Monitor inventory levels and confirm material availability before releasing production orders.
Track work-in-progress (WIP), open orders, and constraints to ensure continuous production flow.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as procurement, logistics, and operations to ensure supply chain alignment.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning and material control processes.
Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and operational standards.
About you
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
1–2 years of experience in production planning, materials management, or demand analysis within a manufacturing environment.
Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP.
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel; knowledge of Power BI is a plus.
Familiarity with Lean manufacturing methodologies and continuous improvement practices.
Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
Ability to solve operational problems, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing production conditions.
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in production planning, materials management, or demand analysis within manufacturing.
- Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel.
- Knowledge of Power BI.
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing methodologies and continuous improvement practices.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to solve operational problems, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing production conditions.
Littelfuse Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Littelfuse and has not been reviewed or approved by Littelfuse.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan includes a company match with an additional annual contribution, with plan details also referenced in corporate filings. This structure indicates dependable retirement support across U.S. roles.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A Lifestyle Spending Account and tuition reimbursement, plus wellness resources and an Employee Assistance Program, expand the package beyond core insurance. Development programs such as Lean Six Sigma certifications reinforce a holistic rewards mix.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage are standard and described as solid and workable. Coverage breadth is supported globally with EAP access.
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What We Do
Littelfuse is an industrial technology manufacturing company empowering a sustainable, connected, and safer world. Across more than 15 countries, and with 17,000 global associates, we partner with customers to design and deliver innovative, reliable solutions. Serving over 100,000 end customers, our products are found in a variety of industrial, transportation, and electronics end markets—everywhere, every day. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United States, Littelfuse was founded in 1927. View our broad and deep product portfolio: https://www.littelfuse.com/ Littelfuse has had a long-standing commitment to ensuring a diversified workforce through equal employment opportunities. Maintaining a diversified workforce is critical to the success of our organization. Each associate receives equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex (with or without sexual conduct), marital status, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, order of protection status, military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, unfavorable discharge from military service, and any other protected class under federal, state or local law
