Sr Engineer I

Littelfuse is one of America’s Best Mid-Sized Companies (Forbes) and has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois (Best Companies Group) for 11 consecutive years. With its global headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, USA, Littelfuse is a leading, global manufacturer of electronic components serving more than 100,000 end customers across industrial, transportation, and electronics end markets. We have more than 17,000 employees with operations in 15 countries. From semiconductors to sensors… switches to fuses and more… we produce billions of electronic components that help our customers empower a sustainable, connected, and safer world. In 2021, Littelfuse had net sales of $2.1 billion.

Reporting directly to the Plant Director, you as a Sr. Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the control, analysis, and reduction of scrap generated in manufacturing processes through the implementation of continuous improvement strategies that optimize resources, enhance production efficiency, and contribute to meeting the company’s quality and cost objectives.

You will monitor scrap levels across production lines and processes, perform root cause analyses, and define corrective and preventive action plans. You will coordinate improvement initiatives with Production, Quality, and Engineering departments to reduce waste and support operational efficiency. You will also ensure compliance with internal procedures for the segregation, disposal, and documentation of rejected materials, as well as company safety, quality, and environmental policies.

You will prepare and present periodic scrap reports with key indicators by line, product, and process. Additionally, you will participate in internal audits related to scrap control, quality, and processes, and lead continuous improvement projects focused on waste reduction and process optimization.

• Monitor and analyze scrap levels across all production lines and processes.

• Conduct root cause analysis of waste and define corrective and preventive actions.

• Develop and present periodic scrap reports with KPIs by line, product, and process.

• Coordinate with Production, Quality, and Engineering to implement scrap-reduction improvements.

• Ensure proper segregation, documentation, and disposal of rejected materials according to company procedures.

• Participate in internal audits related to scrap control, quality, and processes.

• Propose and implement continuous improvement projects aimed at reducing waste and optimizing production processes.

• Ensure compliance with company policies regarding safety, quality, and environmental management.

• Location: Piedras Negras, Coahuila, On-site / Presential.

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Electronic, Mechatronic, or related Engineering.

• 2 to 4 years of experience in the electronics or electronic components manufacturing industry.

• Experience in scrap control, process analysis, and continuous improvement.

• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and 8D methodologies.

• Strong understanding of root cause analysis tools (Ishikawa, Pareto).

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

• Proficiency in data analysis tools (Advanced Excel; Power BI preferred).

• Knowledge of quality standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, IPC).

• Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and results orientation.

• Effective teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.

• Continuous improvement mindset and attention to detail.

Littelfuse strives to empower associate growth and development in a culture of ongoing collaboration and respect for diverse global perspectives and expertise. Our Core Values — Customer Focus, Teamwork, Results-Driven, Integrity, and Innovation — support us on our mission to improve the safety, reliability, efficiency, and performance of our customers' products and systems. We are an equal opportunity employer that takes pride in giving every associate the means and courage to make a difference — everywhere, every day.

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