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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
FORM 10-Q
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(Mark One)
☒QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended December 30, 2023
OR
☐TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 or 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from ______ to ______
Commission File Number 001-14423
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PLEXUS CORP.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Wisconsin39-1344447
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
One Plexus Way
Neenah, Wisconsin 54957
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Telephone Number (920) 969-6000
(Registrant’s telephone number, including Area Code) 
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par valuePLXSThe Nasdaq Global Select Market
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant: (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports); and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.    Yes  x    No  o 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files).    Yes  x    No  o 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and "emerging growth company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filer
x
Accelerated filer
☐
Non-accelerated filer  
☐
Smaller reporting company
☐
Emerging growth company
☐
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).    Yes  ☐    No  ☒
As of January 30, 2024, there were 27,611,672 shares of common stock outstanding.
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PLEXUS CORP.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
December 30, 2023
 
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PART I.    FINANCIAL INFORMATION

ITEM 1.    FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

PLEXUS CORP. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(in thousands, except per share data)
Unaudited
Three Months Ended
December 30,
2023		December 31,
2022
Net sales$982,607 $1,093,925 
Cost of sales894,467 992,726 
Gross profit88,140 101,199 
Selling and administrative expenses42,982 43,858 
Operating income45,158 57,341 
Other income (expense):
Interest expense(7,617)(6,894)
Interest income808 934 
Miscellaneous, net(3,502)(1,944)
Income before income taxes34,847 49,437 
Income tax expense5,632 7,247 
Net income$29,215 $42,190 
Earnings per share:
Basic$1.06 $1.53 
Diluted$1.04 $1.49 
Weighted average shares outstanding:
Basic27,485 27,639 
Diluted28,013 28,305 
Comprehensive income:
Net income$29,215 $42,190 
Other comprehensive income:
Derivative instrument and other fair value adjustments8,397 8,439 
     Foreign currency translation adjustments12,489 13,777 
          Other comprehensive income20,886 22,216 
Total comprehensive income$50,101 $64,406 
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
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PLEXUS CORP. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in thousands, except per share data)
Unaudited
December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$231,982 $256,233 
Restricted cash430 421 
Accounts receivable, net of allowances of $1,808 and $1,914, respectively
656,207 661,542 
Contract assets131,640 142,297 
Inventories1,575,094 1,562,037 
Prepaid expenses and other54,879 49,693 
Total current assets2,650,232 2,672,223 
Property, plant and equipment, net498,979 492,036 
Operating lease right-of-use assets67,420 69,363 
Deferred income taxes62,721 62,590 
Other assets25,261 24,960 
Total non-current assets654,381 648,949 
Total assets$3,304,613 $3,321,172 
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Current portion of long-term debt and finance lease obligations$251,119 $240,205 
Accounts payable647,386 646,610 
Advanced payments from customers709,709 760,351 
Accrued salaries and wages74,828 94,099 
Other accrued liabilities60,520 71,402 
Total current liabilities1,743,562 1,812,667 
Long-term debt and finance lease obligations, net of current portion192,118 190,853 
Accrued income taxes payable31,382 31,382 
Long-term operating lease liabilities35,989 38,552 
Deferred income taxes 4,410 4,350 
Other liabilities30,397 28,986 
Total non-current liabilities294,296 294,123 
Total liabilities2,037,858 2,106,790 
Commitments and contingencies
Shareholders’ equity:
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value, 5,000 shares authorized, none issued or outstanding
— — 
Common stock, $0.01 par value, 200,000 shares authorized, 54,335 and 54,297 shares issued, respectively, and 27,504 and 27,466 shares outstanding, respectively
543 543 
Additional paid-in capital663,542 661,270 
Common stock held in treasury, at cost, 26,831 and 26,831 shares, respectively
(1,134,429)(1,134,429)
Retained earnings1,740,543 1,711,328 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss(3,444)(24,330)
Total shareholders’ equity1,266,755 1,214,382 
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity$3,304,613 $3,321,172 
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
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PLEXUS CORP. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
(in thousands)
Unaudited
Three Months Ended
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Common stock - shares outstanding
Beginning of period27,466 27,679 
Exercise of stock options and vesting of other share-based awards38 49 
Treasury shares purchased— (116)
End of period27,504 27,612 
Total stockholders' equity, beginning of period$1,214,382 $1,095,731 
Common stock - par value
Beginning of period543 541 
Exercise of stock options and vesting of other share-based awards— — 
End of period543 541 
Additional paid-in capital
Beginning of period661,270 652,467 
Share-based compensation expense5,178 5,683 
Exercise of stock options and vesting of other share-based awards, including tax withholding(2,906)(4,091)
End of period663,542 654,059 
Treasury stock
Beginning of period(1,134,429)(1,093,483)
Treasury shares purchased— (11,470)
End of period(1,134,429)(1,104,953)
Retained earnings
Beginning of period1,711,328 1,572,234 
Net income29,215 42,190 
End of period1,740,543 1,614,424 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Beginning of period(24,330)(36,028)
Other comprehensive income20,886 22,216 
End of period(3,444)(13,812)
Total stockholders' equity, end of period$1,266,755 $1,150,259 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
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PLEXUS CORP. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in thousands)
Unaudited
Three Months Ended
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Cash flows from operating activities
Net income$29,215 $42,190 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash flows from operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization19,141 16,290 
Share-based compensation expense and related charges5,178 5,683 
Other, net443 502 
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, excluding impacts of currency:
Accounts receivable9,432 10,506 
Contract assets10,732 19,745 
Inventories(5,057)(31,409)
Other current and non-current assets(3,988)(7,270)
Accrued income taxes payable(275)(2,655)
Accounts payable6,024 (52,702)
Advanced payments from customers(52,721)(24,530)
Other current and non-current liabilities(21,153)(25,144)
Cash flows used in operating activities(3,029)(48,794)
Cash flows from investing activities
Payments for property, plant and equipment(28,656)(23,085)
Other, net65 1,503 
Cash flows used in investing activities(28,591)(21,582)
Cash flows from financing activities
Borrowings under debt agreements133,000 197,000 
Payments on debt and finance lease obligations(124,328)(142,001)
Repurchases of common stock— (11,470)
Proceeds from exercise of stock options182 — 
Payments related to tax withholding for share-based compensation(3,091)(4,091)
Cash flows provided by financing activities5,763 39,438 
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents1,615 3,379 
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash(24,242)(27,559)
Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash:
Beginning of period256,654 275,470 
End of period$232,412 $247,911 
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
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PLEXUS CORP. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 30, 2023 AND DECEMBER 31, 2022
Unaudited

1.    Basis of Presentation
Basis of Presentation:
The accompanying Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included herein have been prepared by Plexus Corp. and its subsidiaries (together “Plexus” or the “Company”) without audit and pursuant to the rules and regulations of the United States (“U.S.”) Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). The accompanying Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements reflect all adjustments, which include normal recurring adjustments necessary for the fair statement of the condensed consolidated financial position of the Company as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023, the results of operations and shareholders' equity for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, and the cash flows for the same three month periods.

The Company’s fiscal year ends on the Saturday closest to September 30. The Company uses a “4-4-5” weekly accounting system for the interim periods in each quarter. Each quarter, therefore, ends on a Saturday at the end of the 4-4-5 period. Periodically, an additional week must be added to the fiscal year to re-align with the Saturday closest to September 30. All fiscal quarters presented herein included 13 weeks.
Certain information and footnote disclosures, normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America ("U.S. GAAP"), have been condensed or omitted pursuant to the SEC’s rules and regulations dealing with interim financial statements. However, the Company believes that the disclosures made in the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included herein are adequate to make the information presented not misleading. It is suggested that these Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements be read in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto included in the Company’s 2023 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
The preparation of financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto. The Company has considered information available as of the date of issuance of these financial statements and, other than the information disclosed in Note 15, "Subsequent Events", is not aware of any specific events or circumstances that would require an update to its estimates or judgments or a revision of the carrying value of its assets or liabilities. These estimates may change as new events occur and additional information becomes available. Actual results could differ materially from these estimates.
Reclassification:
Certain prior year amounts in the consolidated financial statements and notes thereto have been reclassified related to advanced payments from customers to conform to the current year's presentation.
Recently Adopted Accounting Pronouncements:
In September 2022, the FASB issued ASU 2022-04, which requires enhanced disclosures about supplier finance programs. The Company adopted this guidance during the first quarter of fiscal 2024 with no material impact to the Company's Consolidated Financial Statements; however, the impact of the new standard on future periods will depend on the facts and circumstances of future transactions.
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted:
In November 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-07, which requires enhanced disclosures for segment reporting. The guidance is effective for the Company beginning in the first quarter of fiscal 2025. We are currently evaluating the impact that the updated standard will have on our financial statement disclosures.
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, which requires enhanced disclosures for income taxes. The guidance is effective for the Company beginning in the first quarter of fiscal 2026. Early adoption is permitted. We are currently evaluating the impact that the updated standard will have on our financial statement disclosures.
The Company does not believe that any other recently issued accounting standards will have a material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements or apply to its operations.
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2.    Inventories
Inventories as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023 consisted of the following (in thousands):
December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
Raw materials$1,420,794 $1,409,638 
Work-in-process57,419 66,340 
Finished goods96,881 86,059 
Total inventories$1,575,094 $1,562,037 
In certain circumstances, per contractual terms, customer deposits are received by the Company to offset inventory risks. The total amount of customer deposits related to inventory and included within advanced payments from customers on the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023 was $541.3 million and $590.2 million, respectively.

3.    Debt, Finance Lease and Other Financing Obligations
Debt and finance lease obligations as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023 consisted of the following (in thousands):
December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
4.05% Senior Notes, due June 15, 2025
$100,000 $100,000 
4.22% Senior Notes, due June 15, 2028
50,000 50,000 
Borrowings under the Credit Facility243,000 233,000 
Finance lease and other financing obligations51,324 49,233 
Unamortized deferred financing fees(1,087)(1,175)
Total obligations443,237 431,058 
Less: current portion(251,119)(240,205)
Long-term debt, finance lease and other financing obligations, net of current portion$192,118 $190,853 
As of December 30, 2023, the Company was in compliance with covenants for all debt agreements.
During the three months ended December 30, 2023, the highest daily borrowing under the Company's 5-year senior unsecured revolving credit facility (referred to as the "Credit Facility") was $343.0 million; the average daily borrowings were $284.1 million.
The fair value of the Company’s debt, excluding finance lease and other financing obligations, was $388.2 million and $374.3 million as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023, respectively. The carrying value of the Company's debt, excluding finance lease and other financing obligations, was $393.0 million and $383.0 million as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023, respectively. If measured at fair value in the financial statements, the Company's debt would be classified as Level 2 in the fair value hierarchy. Refer to Note 4, "Derivatives and Fair Value Measurements," for further information regarding the Company's fair value calculations and classifications.

4.    Derivatives and Fair Value Measurements
All derivatives are recognized in the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets at their estimated fair value. The Company uses derivatives to manage the variability of foreign currency obligations. The Company has cash flow hedges related to forecasted foreign currency obligations, in addition to non-designated hedges to manage foreign currency exposures associated with certain foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities. The Company does not enter into derivatives for speculative purposes.
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The Company designates some foreign currency exchange contracts as cash flow hedges of forecasted foreign currency expenses. Changes in the fair value of the derivatives that qualify as cash flow hedges are recorded in "Accumulated other comprehensive loss" in the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets until earnings are affected by the variability of the cash flows. In the next twelve months, the Company estimates that $3.4 million of unrealized gains, net of tax, related to cash flow hedges will be reclassified from other comprehensive income into earnings. Changes in the fair value of the non-designated derivatives related to recognized foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities are recorded in "Miscellaneous, net" in the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income.
The Company enters into forward currency exchange contracts for its operations in certain jurisdictions in the AMER and APAC segments on a rolling basis. The Company had cash flow hedges outstanding with a notional value of $200.6 million as of December 30, 2023, and a notional value of $215.4 million as of September 30, 2023. These forward currency contracts fix the exchange rates for the settlement of future foreign currency obligations that have yet to be realized. The total fair value of the forward currency exchange contracts was a $3.4 million asset as of December 30, 2023 and a $5.0 million liability as of September 30, 2023.
The Company had additional forward currency exchange contracts outstanding as of December 30, 2023, with a notional value of $175.8 million; there were $145.5 million of such contracts outstanding as of September 30, 2023. The Company did not designate these derivative instruments as hedging instruments. The net settlement amount (fair value) related to these contracts is recorded on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as either a current or long-term asset or liability, depending on the term, and as an element of "Miscellaneous, net" in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income. The total fair value of these derivatives was a $3.0 million asset as of December 30, 2023 and a $1.3 million liability as of September 30, 2023.
The tables below present information regarding the fair values of derivative instruments and the effects of derivative instruments on the Company’s Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements:
Fair Values of Derivative Instruments (in thousands)
  Derivative AssetsDerivative Liabilities
    December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023		  December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
Derivatives designated as hedging instrumentsBalance sheet
classification		Fair ValueFair ValueBalance sheet
classification		Fair ValueFair Value
Foreign currency forward contractsPrepaid expenses and other$4,243 $2,610 Other accrued liabilities$826 $7,590 
Fair Values of Derivative Instruments (in thousands)
  Derivative AssetsDerivative Liabilities
    December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023		  December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
Derivatives not designated as hedging instrumentsBalance sheet
classification		Fair ValueFair ValueBalance sheet
classification		Fair ValueFair Value
Foreign currency forward contractsPrepaid expenses and other$4,421 $1,337 Other accrued liabilities$1,436 $2,669 
The Effect of Cash Flow Hedge Accounting on Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss ("OCL") (in thousands)
for the Three Months Ended
Derivatives in cash flow hedging relationshipsAmount of Gain Recognized in OCL on Derivatives
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Foreign currency forward contracts$5,446 $6,150 
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Derivative Impact on Gain (Loss) Recognized in Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (in thousands)
for the Three Months Ended
Derivatives in cash flow hedging relationshipsClassification of Loss Reclassified from Accumulated OCL into IncomeAmount of Loss Reclassified from Accumulated OCL into Income 
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Foreign currency forward contractsCost of sales$(2,789)$(2,132)
Foreign currency forward contractsSelling and administrative expenses(162)(157)
Derivatives not designated as hedging instrumentsLocation of Gain Recognized on Derivatives in IncomeAmount of Gain on Derivatives Recognized in Income
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Foreign currency forward contractsMiscellaneous, net$2,340 $747 
Fair Value Measurements:
Fair value is defined as the exchange price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability (or exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. Valuation techniques used to measure fair value must maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs. The Company uses quoted market prices when available or discounted cash flows to calculate fair value. The accounting guidance establishes a fair value hierarchy based on three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value. The input levels are:
Level 1: Quoted (observable) market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2: Inputs other than Level 1 that are observable, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the asset or liability.
Level 3: Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the asset or liability.
The following table lists the fair values of the Company’s derivatives as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023 by input level:
Fair Value Measurements Using Input Levels Asset / (Liability) (in thousands)
Fiscal period ended December 30, 2023
Level 1Level 2Level 3Total
Derivatives    
Foreign currency forward contracts$— $6,402 $— $6,402 
Fiscal period ended September 30, 2023
Derivatives
Foreign currency forward contracts$— $(6,312)$— $(6,312)
The fair value of foreign currency forward contracts is determined using a market approach, which includes obtaining directly or indirectly observable values from third parties active in the relevant markets. Inputs in the fair value of the foreign currency forward contracts include prevailing forward and spot prices for currency.

5.    Income Taxes
Income tax expense for the three months ended December 30, 2023 was $5.6 million compared to $7.2 million for the three months ended December 31, 2022.
The effective tax rates for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 were 16.2% and 14.7%, respectively. The effective tax rate for the three months ended December 30, 2023 increased from the effective tax rate for the three months ended December 31, 2022 primarily due to a change in the geographic distribution of pre-tax book income.
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The amount of unrecognized tax benefits recorded for uncertain tax positions increased by $0.7 million for the three months ended December 30, 2023. The Company recognizes accrued interest and penalties on uncertain tax positions as a component of income tax expense. The amount of interest and penalties recorded for the three months ended December 30, 2023 was not material.
One or more uncertain tax positions may be settled within the next 12 months. Settlement of these matters is not expected to have a material effect on the Company's consolidated results of operations, financial position and cash flows. The Company is not currently under examination by taxing authorities in the U.S. or any foreign jurisdiction.
The Company maintains valuation allowances when it is more likely than not that all or a portion of a net deferred tax asset will not be realized. During the three months ended December 30, 2023, the Company continued to record a full valuation allowance against its net deferred tax assets in certain jurisdictions within the EMEA and APAC segments and a partial valuation against its net deferred tax assets in certain jurisdictions within the AMER segment, as it was more likely than not that these assets would not be fully realized based primarily on historical performance. The Company will continue to provide a valuation allowance against its net deferred tax assets in each of the applicable jurisdictions going forward until it determines it is more likely than not that the deferred tax assets will be realized.

6.    Earnings Per Share
The following is a reconciliation of the amounts utilized in the computation of basic and diluted earnings per share for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 (in thousands, except per share amounts):
Three Months Ended
 December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Net income$29,215 $42,190 
Basic weighted average common shares outstanding27,485 27,639 
Dilutive effect of share-based awards and options outstanding528 666 
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding28,013 28,305 
Earnings per share:
Basic$1.06 $1.53 
Diluted$1.04 $1.49 
For the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, there were no antidilutive awards.
See also Note 12, "Shareholders' Equity," for information regarding the Company's share repurchase plans.

7.    Leases
The components of lease expense for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 indicated were as follows (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
December 30,
2023		December 31,
2022
Finance lease expense:
   Amortization of right-of-use assets$1,518 $1,614 
   Interest on lease liabilities1,322 1,272 
Operating lease expense2,618 2,606 
Other lease expense2,062 1,766 
Total$7,520 $7,258 
Based on the nature of the right-of-use ("ROU") asset, amortization of finance lease ROU assets, operating lease expense and other lease expense are recorded within either cost of goods sold or selling and administrative expenses and interest on finance
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lease liabilities is recorded within interest expense on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income. Other lease expense includes lease expense for leases with an estimated total term of twelve months or less and variable lease expense related to variations in lease payments as a result of a change in factors or circumstances occurring after the lease possession date.
The following tables sets forth the amount of lease assets and lease liabilities included in the Company’s Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (in thousands):
Financial Statement Line ItemDecember 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
ASSETS
   Finance lease assetsProperty, plant and equipment, net$39,835 $37,391 
   Operating lease assetsOperating lease right-of-use assets67,420 69,363 
      Total lease assets$107,255 $106,754 
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current
  Finance lease liabilitiesCurrent portion of long-term debt and finance lease obligations$5,034 $4,034 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther accrued liabilities9,172 8,363 
Non-current
  Finance lease liabilitiesLong-term debt and finance lease obligations, net of current portion41,144 39,271 
  Operating lease liabilitiesLong-term operating lease liabilities35,989 38,552 
        Total lease liabilities$91,339 $90,220 

8.    Share-Based Compensation
The Company recognized $5.3 million and $5.8 million of compensation expense associated with share-based awards for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively.

9.    Litigation
The Company is party to lawsuits in the ordinary course of business. We record provisions in the consolidated financial statements for pending legal matters when we determine that an unfavorable outcome is probable, and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated.
Management does not believe that any such proceedings, individually or in the aggregate, will have a material positive or adverse effect on the Company’s consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows. However, legal proceedings and regulatory and governmental matters are subject to inherent uncertainties, and unfavorable rulings or other events could occur. Unfavorable resolutions could involve substantial fines, civil or criminal penalties, and other expenditures.

10.    Reportable Segments
Reportable segments are defined as components of an enterprise about which separate financial information is available that is evaluated regularly by the chief operating decision maker in assessing performance and allocating resources. The Company uses an internal management reporting system, which provides important financial data to evaluate performance and allocate the Company’s resources on a regional basis. Net sales for the segments are attributed to the region in which the product is manufactured or the service is performed. The services provided, manufacturing processes used, class of customers serviced and order fulfillment processes used are similar and generally interchangeable across the segments. A segment’s performance is evaluated based upon its operating income. A segment’s operating income includes its net sales less cost of sales and selling and administrative expenses, but excludes corporate and other expenses. Corporate and other expenses primarily represent corporate selling and administrative expenses, and restructuring costs and other charges, if any. These costs are not allocated to
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the segments, as management excludes such costs when assessing the performance of the segments. Inter-segment transactions are generally recorded at amounts that approximate arm’s length transactions. The accounting policies for the segments are the same as for the Company taken as a whole.
Information about the Company’s three reportable segments for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 is as follows (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
 December 30,
2023		December 31,
2022
Net sales:
AMER$333,697 $389,662 
APAC552,484 641,904 
EMEA121,938 89,373 
Elimination of inter-segment sales(25,512)(27,014)
$982,607 $1,093,925 
  
Operating income (loss):
AMER$8,748 $17,415 
APAC71,418 78,406 
EMEA(236)(639)
Corporate and other costs(34,772)(37,841)
45,158 57,341 
Other income (expense):
Interest expense(7,617)(6,894)
Interest income808 934 
Miscellaneous, net(3,502)(1,944)
Income before income taxes$34,847 $49,437 
  
 December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
Total assets:
AMER$1,089,798 $1,124,555 
APAC1,665,865 1,696,795 
EMEA507,659 462,199 
Corporate and eliminations41,291 37,623 
$3,304,613 $3,321,172 
  



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11.    Guarantees
The Company offers certain indemnifications under its customer manufacturing agreements. In the normal course of business, the Company may from time to time be obligated to indemnify its customers or its customers’ customers against damages or liabilities arising out of the Company’s negligence, misconduct, breach of contract, or infringement of third-party intellectual property rights. Certain agreements have extended broader indemnification, and while most agreements have contractual limits, some do not. However, the Company generally does not provide for such indemnities and seeks indemnification from its customers for damages or liabilities arising out of the Company’s adherence to customers’ specifications or designs or use of materials furnished, or directed to be used, by its customers. The Company does not believe its obligations under such indemnities are material.
In the normal course of business, the Company also provides its customers a limited warranty covering workmanship, and in some cases materials, on products manufactured by the Company. Such warranty generally provides that products will be free from defects in the Company’s workmanship and meet mutually agreed-upon specifications for periods generally ranging from 12 months to 24 months. The Company’s obligation is generally limited to correcting, at its expense, any defect by repairing or replacing such defective product. The Company’s warranty generally excludes defects resulting from faulty customer-supplied components, design defects or damage caused by any party or cause other than the Company.
The Company provides an estimate of costs that may be incurred under its limited warranty at the time product revenue is recognized and establishes additional reserves for specifically identified product issues. These costs primarily include labor and materials, as necessary, associated with repair or replacement and are included in the Company's accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets in "other accrued liabilities." The primary factors that affect the Company’s warranty liability include the value and the number of shipped units and historical and anticipated rates of warranty claims. As these factors are impacted by actual experience and future expectations, the Company assesses the adequacy of its recorded warranty liabilities and adjusts the amounts as necessary.
Below is a table summarizing the activity related to the Company’s limited warranty liability for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Reserve balance, beginning of period$5,821 $6,925 
Accruals for warranties issued during the period946 727 
   Settlements (in cash or in kind) during the period(277)(1,131)
Reserve balance, end of period$6,490 $6,521 

12.    Shareholders' Equity
On August 18, 2022, the Board of Directors approved a share repurchase program under which the Company is authorized to repurchase up to $50.0 million of its common stock (the "2023 Program"). The 2023 Program became effective immediately and has no expiration. During the three months ended December 30, 2023, the Company repurchased no shares under this program. During the three months ended December 31, 2022, the Company repurchased 115,723 shares under this program for $11.5 million at an average price of $99.12 per share. As of December 30, 2023, $5.7 million of authority remained under the 2023 Program.
All shares repurchased under the aforementioned program were recorded as treasury stock.
Refer to Note 15, "Subsequent Events," for further information regarding the 2024 Program announced by the Company on January 16, 2024.


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13.    Trade Accounts Receivable Sale Programs
The Company has Master Accounts Receivable Purchase Agreements with MUFG Bank, New York Branch (formerly known as The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd.) (the "MUFG RPA"), HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited, Xiamen branch (the "HSBC RPA") and other unaffiliated financial institutions, under which the Company may elect to sell receivables at a discount. All facilities are uncommitted facilities. The maximum facility amount under the MUFG RPA is $340.0 million. The maximum facility amount under the HSBC RPA is $70.0 million. The MUFG RPA will be automatically extended each year unless any party gives no less than 10 days prior notice that the agreement should not be extended. The terms of the HSBC RPA are generally consistent with the terms of the MUFG RPA.
Transfers of receivables under the programs are accounted for as sales and, accordingly, receivables sold under the programs are excluded from accounts receivable on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets and are reflected as cash provided by operating activities on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows. Proceeds from the transfer reflect the face value of the receivables less a discount. The sale discount is recorded within "Miscellaneous, net" in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income in the period of the sale. The Company continues servicing receivables sold and performing all accounts receivable administrative functions, in exchange receives a servicing fee, under both the MUFG RPA and HSBC RPA. Servicing fees related to trade accounts receivable programs recognized during the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 were not material.

The Company sold $223.6 million and $185.6 million of trade accounts receivable under these programs, or their predecessors, during the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively, in exchange for cash proceeds of $221.0 million and $183.6 million, respectively. As of December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, $226.9 million and $196.8 million, respectively, of accounts receivables sold under trade accounts receivable programs and subject to servicing by the Company remained outstanding and had not yet been collected by MUFG Bank or HSBC Bank.

14.    Revenue from Contracts with Customers
Revenue is recognized over time for arrangements with customers for which: (i) the Company's performance does not create an asset with an alternative use to the Company, and (ii) the Company has an enforceable right to payment, including reasonable profit margin, for performance completed to date. Revenue recognized over time is estimated based on costs incurred to date plus a reasonable profit margin. If either of the two conditions noted above are not met to recognize revenue over time, revenue is recognized following the transfer of control of such products to the customer, which typically occurs upon shipment or delivery depending on the terms of the underlying arrangement.
The Company recognizes revenue when a contract exists and when, or as, it satisfies a performance obligation by transferring control of a product or service to a customer. Contracts are accounted for when they have approval and commitment from both parties, the rights of the parties are identified, payment terms are identified, the contract has commercial substance and collectability of consideration is probable. A performance obligation is a promise in a contract to transfer a distinct good or service to the customer.
The Company generally enters into a master services arrangement that establishes the framework under which business will be conducted. These arrangements represent the master terms and conditions of the Company's services that apply to individual orders, but they do not commit the customer to work with, or to continue to work with, the Company nor do they obligate the customer to any specific volume or pricing of purchases. Moreover, these terms can be amended in appropriate situations.
Customer purchase orders are received for specific quantities with predominantly fixed pricing and delivery requirements. Thus, for the majority of our contracts, there is no guarantee of any revenue to the Company until a customer submits a purchase order. As a result, the Company generally considers its arrangement with a customer to be the combination of the master services arrangement and the purchase order. Most of the Company's arrangements with customers create a single performance obligation as the promise to transfer the individual manufactured product or service is capable of being distinct.
The Company’s performance obligations are satisfied over time as work progresses or at a point in time. A performance obligation is satisfied over time if the Company has an enforceable right to payment, including a reasonable profit margin. Determining if an enforceable right to payment includes a reasonable profit margin requires judgment and is assessed on a contract-by-contract basis.
Generally, there are no subjective customer acceptance requirements or further obligations related to goods or services provided; if such requirements or obligations exist, then a sale is recognized at the time when such requirements are completed and such obligations are fulfilled.
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The Company does not allow for a general right of return. Net sales include amounts billed to customers for shipping and handling and out-of-pocket expenses. The corresponding shipping and handling costs and out-of-pocket expenses are included in cost of sales. Taxes assessed by a governmental authority that are both imposed on and concurrent with a specific revenue-producing transaction, that are collected by the Company from a customer, are excluded from net sales.
Contract Costs
For contracts requiring over time revenue recognition, the selection of the method to measure progress toward completion requires judgment and is based on the nature of the products or services to be provided. The Company uses a cost-based input measurement of progress because it best depicts the transfer of assets to the customer, which occurs as costs are incurred during the manufacturing process or as services are rendered. Under the cost-based measure of progress, the extent of progress toward completion is measured based on the costs incurred to date.
There were no other costs to obtain or fulfill customer contracts.
Disaggregated Revenue
The table below includes the Company’s revenue for the fiscal years indicated disaggregated by geographic reportable segment and market sector (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
December 30, 2023
Reportable Segment:
AMERAPACEMEATotal
Market Sector:
Healthcare/Life Sciences$165,607 $164,722 $50,604 $380,933 
Industrial83,901 304,758 46,000 434,659 
Aerospace/Defense82,721 60,692 23,602 167,015 
     External revenue332,229 530,172 120,206 982,607 
Inter-segment sales1,468 22,312 1,732 25,512 
    Segment revenue$333,697 $552,484 $121,938 $1,008,119 
Three Months Ended
December 31, 2022
Reportable Segment:
AMERAPACEMEATotal
Market Sector:
Healthcare/Life Sciences$215,381 $223,290 $49,196 $487,867 
Industrial103,027 350,584 18,471 472,082 
Aerospace/Defense68,022 45,654 20,300 133,976 
     External revenue386,430 619,528 87,967 1,093,925 
Inter-segment sales3,232 22,376 1,406 27,014 
    Segment revenue$389,662 $641,904 $89,373 $1,120,939 

For the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, approximately 84% and 81%, respectively, of the Company's revenue was recognized as products and services transferred over time.
Contract Balances
The timing of revenue recognition, billings and cash collections results in billed accounts receivable, contract assets and deferred revenue on the Company’s accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets.
Contract Assets: For performance obligations satisfied at a point in time, billing occurs subsequent to revenue recognition, at which point the customer has been billed and the resulting asset is recorded within accounts receivable. For performance obligations satisfied over time as work progresses, the Company has an unconditional right to payment, which results in the
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recognition of contract assets. The following table summarizes the activity in the Company's contract assets during the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Contract assets, beginning of period$142,297 $138,540 
Revenue recognized during the period824,963 884,099 
Amounts collected or invoiced during the period(835,620)(903,623)
Contract assets, end of period$131,640 $119,016 
Deferred Revenue: Deferred revenue is recorded when consideration is received from a customer prior to transferring goods or services to the customer under the terms of the contract, which is included in advanced payments from customers on Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets. As of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023, the balance of advance payments from customers attributable to deferred revenue was $159.4 million and $158.7 million, respectively. The advance payment is not considered a significant financing component because it is used to meet working capital demands that can be higher in the early stages of a contract and to protect the company from the other party failing to adequately complete some or all of its obligations under the contract. Deferred revenue is recognized into revenue when all revenue recognition criteria are met. For performance obligations satisfied over time, recognition will occur as work progresses; otherwise deferred revenue will be recognized based upon shipping terms

15.    Subsequent Events
On January 16, 2024, the Company announced an additional $50.0 million in share repurchase authority (the "2024 Program") that authorizes the repurchase of its common stock, leaving $55.7 million in repurchase authority available under the combined 2023 and 2024 Programs. The 2024 Program will commence upon completion of the 2023 Program.

During January 2024, the Company committed to a restructuring plan and anticipates incurring approximately $10.0 million of restructuring charges, which are primarily severance cash charges, during the second quarter of fiscal 2024.
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ITEM 2.    MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

"SAFE HARBOR" CAUTIONARY STATEMENT UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995:

The statements contained in this Form 10-Q that are guidance or which are not historical facts (such as statements in the future tense and statements including believe, expect, intend, plan, anticipate, goal, target and similar terms and concepts), including all discussions of periods which are not yet completed, are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include the effect of inflationary pressures on our costs of production, profitability, and on the economic outlook of our markets; the effects of shortages and delays in obtaining components as a result of economic cycles, natural disasters or otherwise; the risk of customer delays, changes, cancellations or forecast inaccuracies in both ongoing and new programs; the effects of our Xiamen, China subsidiary being placed on the Bureau of Industry and Security's Unverified list; the ability to realize anticipated savings from restructuring or similar actions, as well as the adequacy of related charges as compared to actual expenses; the lack of visibility of future orders, particularly in view of changing economic conditions; the economic performance of the industries, sectors and customers we serve; the outcome of litigation and regulatory investigations and proceedings, including the results of any challenges with regard to such outcomes; the effects of tariffs, trade disputes, trade agreements and other trade protection measures; the effects of the volume of revenue from certain sectors or programs on our margins in particular periods; our ability to secure new customers, maintain our current customer base and deliver product on a timely basis; the risks of concentration of work for certain customers; the particular risks relative to new or recent customers, programs or services, which risks include customer and other delays, start-up costs, potential inability to execute, the establishment of appropriate terms of agreements, and the lack of a track record of order volume and timing; the effects of start-up costs of new programs and facilities or the costs associated with the closure or consolidation of facilities; possible unexpected costs and operating disruption in transitioning programs, including transitions between Company facilities; the risk that new program wins and/or customer demand may not result in the expected revenue or profitability; the fact that customer orders may not lead to long-term relationships; our ability to manage successfully and execute a complex business model characterized by high product mix and demanding quality, regulatory, and other requirements; the risks associated with excess and obsolete inventory, including the risk that inventory purchased on behalf of our customers may not be consumed or otherwise paid for by the customer, resulting in an inventory write-off; risks related to information technology systems and data security; increasing regulatory and compliance requirements; any tax law changes and related foreign jurisdiction tax developments; current or potential future barriers to the repatriation of funds that are currently held outside of the United States as a result of actions taken by other countries or otherwise; the potential effects of jurisdictional results on our taxes, tax rates, and our ability to use deferred tax assets and net operating losses; the weakness of areas of the global economy; the effect of changes in the pricing and margins of products; raw materials and component cost fluctuations; the potential effect of fluctuations in the value of the currencies in which we transact business; the effects of changes in economic conditions, political conditions and tax matters in the United States and in the other countries in which we do business; the potential effect of other world or local events or other events outside our control (such as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, conflict in the Middle East, escalating tensions between China and Taiwan or China and the United States, changes in energy prices, terrorism, global health epidemics and weather events); the impact of increased competition; an inability to successfully manage human capital; changes in financial accounting standards; and other risks detailed herein and in our other Securities and Exchange Commission filings, particularly in Risk Factors contained in our fiscal 2023 Form 10-K.




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OVERVIEW
Plexus Corp. and its subsidiaries (together "Plexus," the "Company", "our", or "we") participate in the Electronic Manufacturing Services ("EMS") industry. Since 1979, we have been partnering with companies to create the products that build a better world. We are a global leader with a team of over 20,000 individuals who are dedicated to providing Design and Development, Supply Chain Solutions, New Product Introduction, Manufacturing and Sustaining Services. We specialize in serving customers in industries with highly complex products and demanding regulatory environments. We deliver customer service excellence to leading global companies in the Healthcare/Life Sciences, Industrial and Aerospace/Defense market sectors by providing innovative, comprehensive solutions throughout the product's lifecycle. We provide these innovative solutions to customers in the Americas ("AMER"), Asia-Pacific ("APAC") and Europe, Middle East and Africa ("EMEA") regions.
The following Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations ("MD&A") is intended to provide an analysis of both short-term results and future prospects from management’s perspective, including an assessment of the financial condition and results of operations, events and uncertainties that are not indicative of future operations and any other financial or statistical data that we believe will enhance the understanding of our company’s financial condition, cash flows and other changes in financial condition and results of operations
The following information should be read in conjunction with our condensed consolidated financial statements included herein and "Risk Factors" included in Part II, Item 1A included herein as well as Part I, Item 1A of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2023, and our "Safe Harbor" Cautionary Statement included above.
Market Pressures Update
We have experienced an inability to procure certain components on a timely basis due to global supply chain constraints. These constraints have impacted our ability to meet customer demand and may inhibit our ability to capture the demand from our customers. The extended lead-times have required us to make additional investments in inventory to satisfy customer demand.

During the first quarter of fiscal 2024, we have experienced market-driven inventory corrections at our customers inventory corrections at the customers and incrementally weaker demand from the Healthcare/Lifesciences and Industrial market sectors creating inefficiencies within our operations. We expect the market-driven inventory corrections at the customers and weaker demand in certain sectors to be a near-term challenge that will lessen later in fiscal 2024. However, if market softness continues for extended periods, this would impact our operating results in future periods.

A global minimum tax has been, or is anticipated to be, implemented in many of the countries in which we operate. We anticipate this will materially and unfavorably impact our existing tax holidays and effective tax rate beginning in our fiscal 2025. We will continue to monitor these developments as each jurisdiction incorporates such changes into tax laws.

We believe our balance sheet is positioned to support the potential future challenges presented by the macro-economic pressures we are facing. As of the first quarter of fiscal 2024, cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash were $232 million, while debt, finance lease obligations and other financing were $443 million. Borrowings under our Credit Facility as of December 30, 2023 were $243.0 million, leaving $257 million of our revolving commitment of $500 million available for use as well as the ability to expand our revolving commitment to $750 million upon mutual agreement with the bank. Interest expense could increase above current levels due to increased borrowing under our Credit Facility associated with working capital investments along with the impact of rising interest rates. Refer to Note 3, "Debt, Finance Lease and Other Financing Obligations," in Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and "Management’s Discussion and Analysis Liquidity and Capital Resources" in Part I, Item 2 for further information.


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RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Consolidated Performance Summary. The following table presents selected consolidated financial data (dollars in millions, except per share data):
Three Months Ended
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Net sales$982.6 $1,093.9 
Cost of sales894.5 992.7 
Gross profit88.1 101.2 
Gross margin9.0 %9.3 %
Operating income45.2 57.3 
Operating margin4.6 %5.2 %
Other expense10.3 7.9 
Income tax expense5.6 7.2 
Net income 29.2 42.2 
Diluted earnings per share$1.04 $1.49 
Return on invested capital*10.3 %13.8 %
Economic return*2.1 %4.8 %
*Non-GAAP metric; refer to "Return on Invested Capital ("ROIC") and economic return" below and Exhibit 99.1 for more information.
Net sales. For the three months ended December 30, 2023, net sales decreased $111.3 million, or 10.2%, as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022.
Net sales are analyzed by management by geographic segment, which reflects our reportable segments, and by market sector. Management measures operational performance and allocates resources on a geographic segment basis. Our global business development strategy is based on our targeted market sectors.
A discussion of net sales by reportable segment is presented below (in millions):
Three Months Ended
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Net sales:
AMER$333.7 $389.7 
APAC552.5 641.9 
EMEA121.9 89.4 
Elimination of inter-segment sales(25.5)(27.1)
Total net sales$982.6 $1,093.9 
AMER. Net sales for the three months ended December 30, 2023 in the AMER segment decreased $56.0 million, or 14.4%, as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. The decrease in net sales was driven by overall net decreased customer end-market demand inclusive of market-driven inventory corrections at the customers as well as reductions in inflated component pricing. The decrease was partially offset by an increase of $8.7 million due to production ramps for new customers.
APAC. Net sales for the three months ended December 30, 2023 in the APAC segment decreased $89.4 million, or 13.9%, as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. The decrease in net sales was driven by overall net decreased customer end-market demand inclusive of market-driven inventory corrections at the customers as well as reductions in inflated component pricing, partially offset by a partial easing of supply chain constraints. The decrease was further offset by a $12.3 million increase due to production ramps of new products for existing customers.
EMEA. Net sales for the three months ended December 30, 2023 in the EMEA segment increased $32.5 million, or 36.4%, as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. The increase in net sales was driven by a $15.6 million increase due to production ramps for a new customer and overall net increased customer end-market demand. The increase was further
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driven by a $5.2 million increase in production ramps of new products for existing customers, partially offset by reductions in inflated component pricing.
Our net sales by market sector for the indicated fiscal period were as follows (in millions):
Three Months Ended
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Net sales:
Healthcare/Life Sciences$380.9 $487.9 
Industrial434.6 472.1 
Aerospace/Defense167.1 133.9 
Total net sales$982.6 $1,093.9 
Healthcare/Life Sciences. Net sales for the three months ended December 30, 2023 in the Healthcare/Life Sciences sector decreased $107.0 million, or 21.9%, as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. The decrease in net sales was driven by overall net decreased customer end-market demand inclusive of market-driven inventory corrections at the customers as well as a reduction in inflated component pricing. The decrease was partially offset by an increase of $9.1 million due to production ramps of new products for existing customers.
Industrial. Net sales for the three months ended December 30, 2023 in the Industrial sector decreased $37.5 million, or 7.9%, as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. The decrease in net sales was driven by overall net decreased customer end-market demand inclusive of market-driven inventory corrections at the customers as well as reductions in inflated component pricing. The decrease was partially offset by an increase of $20.7 million due to production ramps for new customers.
Aerospace/Defense. Net sales for the three months ended December 30, 2023 in the Aerospace/Defense sector increased $33.2 million, or 24.8%, as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. The increase was driven by overall net increased customer end-market demand and an $8.0 million increase due to production ramps of new products for existing customers. The increase was partially offset by a reduction in inflated component pricing.
Cost of sales. Cost of sales for the three months ended December 30, 2023 decreased $98.2 million, or 9.9%, as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. Cost of sales is comprised primarily of material and component costs, labor costs and overhead. For the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, approximately 89% to 91% of the total cost of sales was variable in nature and fluctuated with sales volumes. Approximately 87% to 88% of these costs were related to material and component costs.
As compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022, the decrease in cost of sales for the three months ended December 30, 2023 was primarily driven by the decrease in net sales and a positive shift in customer mix, partially offset by an increase in fixed costs.
Gross profit. Gross profit for the three months ended December 30, 2023 decreased $13.1 million, or 12.9%, as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. Gross margin of 9.0% for the three months ended December 30, 2023 decreased 30 basis points compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. The primary drivers of the decrease in gross profit and gross margin as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022 were the decrease in net sales and an increase in fixed costs to support new customer program ramps, partially offset by a positive shift in customer mix.
Operating income. Operating income for the three months ended December 30, 2023 decreased $12.1 million, or 21.1%, as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. Operating margin of 4.6% for the three months ended December 30, 2023 decreased 60 basis points compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. The primary driver of the decrease in operating income and operating margin for the three months ended December 30, 2023 was the result of the decrease in gross margin partially offset by a $0.9 million decrease in selling and administrative expenses ("S&A"). The decrease in S&A was primarily due to a decrease in incentive compensation costs.
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A discussion of operating income by reportable segment for the indicated fiscal period(in millions):
Three Months Ended
December 30,
2023		December 31,
2022
Operating income:
AMER$8.7 $17.4 
APAC71.4 78.4 
EMEA(0.2)(0.6)
Corporate and other costs(34.7)(37.9)
Total operating income$45.2 $57.3 
AMER. Operating income decreased $8.7 million for the three months ended December 30, 2023 as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022 primarily as a result of a decrease in net sales, partially offset by a positive shift in customer mix.
APAC. Operating income decreased $7.0 million for the three months ended December 30, 2023 as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022 primarily as a result of a decrease in net sales, partially offset by a positive shift in customer mix and a decrease in S&A.
EMEA. Operating income increased $0.4 million for the three months ended December 30, 2023 as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022 primarily as a result of an increase in net sales, partially offset by increased fixed costs.
Other expense. Other expense for the three months ended December 30, 2023 increased $2.4 million as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. The increase in other expense for the three months ended December 30, 2023 was primarily driven by a decrease in other miscellaneous income of $0.9 million, an increase in interest expense of $0.7 million due to a higher average interest rate and the higher average daily borrowing levels and an increase in factoring fees of $0.6 million.
Income taxes. Income tax expense for the three months ended December 30, 2023 was $5.6 million compared to $7.2 million for the three months ended December 31, 2022. The decrease is primarily due to a decrease in pre-tax book income.
Our annual effective tax rate varies from the U.S. statutory rate of 21.0% primarily due to the geographic distribution of worldwide earnings as well as a tax holiday granted to a subsidiary located in the APAC segment where we derive a significant portion of our earnings. Our effective tax rate may also be impacted by disputes with taxing authorities, tax planning activities, adjustments to uncertain tax positions and changes in valuation allowances.
The annual effective tax rate for fiscal 2024 is expected to be approximately 15.0% to 17.0% assuming no changes to tax laws.
Net Income. Net income for the three months ended December 30, 2023 decreased $13.0 million, or 30.8%, for the three months ended December 31, 2022 to $29.2 million. Net income decreased primarily as a result of the decrease in operating income and the increase in other expense, partially offset by the decrease in tax expense as previously discussed.
Diluted earnings per share. Diluted earnings per share decreased to $1.04 for the three months ended December 30, 2023 from $1.49 for the three months ended December 31, 2022 primarily as a result of decreased net income due to the factors discussed above, partially offset by a reduction in diluted shares outstanding.
Return on Invested Capital ("ROIC") and economic return. We use a financial model that is aligned with our business strategy and includes an ROIC goal of 15% which would exceed our weighted average cost of capital ("WACC") by more than 500 basis points and represent positive economic return. Economic return is the amount our ROIC exceeds our WACC.
Non-GAAP financial measures, including ROIC and economic return, are used for internal management goals and decision making because such measures provide management and investors additional insight into financial performance. In particular, we provide ROIC and economic return because we believe they offer insight into the metrics that are driving management decisions. We view ROIC and economic return as important measures in evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of our long-term capital investments. We also use ROIC as a performance criteria in determining certain elements of compensation as well as economic return performance.
We define ROIC as tax-effected operating income before restructuring and other special items divided by average invested capital over a rolling two-quarter period for the first period. Invested capital is defined as equity plus debt and operating lease liabilities, less cash and cash equivalents. Other companies may not define or calculate ROIC in the same way. ROIC and other
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non-GAAP financial measures should be considered in addition to, not as a substitute for, measures of our financial performance prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("U.S. GAAP").
We review our internal calculation of WACC annually. Our WACC is 8.2% for fiscal 2024 and 9.0% for fiscal 2023. By exercising discipline to generate ROIC in excess of our WACC, our goal is to create value for our shareholders. For the three months ended December 30, 2023, ROIC of 10.3% reflects an economic return of 2.1%, based on our WACC of 8.2%, and for the three months ended December 31, 2022, ROIC of 13.8% reflects an economic return of 4.8%, based on our weighted average cost of capital of 9.0%.
For a reconciliation of ROIC, economic return and adjusted operating income (tax-effected) to our financial statements that were prepared using U.S. GAAP, see Exhibit 99.1 to this quarterly report on Form 10-Q, which exhibit is incorporated herein by reference.
Refer to the table below, which includes the calculation of ROIC and economic return for the indicated fiscal period (dollars in millions):
Three Months Ended
 December 30,
2023		December 31,
2022
Adjusted operating income (tax-effected)$151.7 $192.7 
Average invested capital1,479.6 1,392.0 
After-tax ROIC10.3 %13.8 %
WACC8.2 %9.0 %
Economic return2.1 %4.8 %
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash were $232.4 million as of December 30, 2023 as compared to $256.7 million as of September 30, 2023.
As of December 30, 2023, 90% of our cash and cash equivalents balance was held outside of the U.S. by our foreign subsidiaries. Currently, we believe that our cash balance, together with cash available under our Credit Facility, will be sufficient to meet our liquidity needs and potential share repurchases for the next twelve months and the foreseeable future.
Our future cash flows from operating activities will be reduced by $42.0 million due to cash payments for U.S. federal taxes on the deemed repatriation of undistributed foreign earnings that are payable over an eight year period that began in fiscal 2019 with the first payment. The table below provides the expected timing of these future cash outflows, in accordance with the following installment schedule for the remaining three years (in millions):
Remaining 2024$10.6 
202514.1 
202617.3 
Total$42.0 
Cash Flows. The following table provides a summary of cash flows (in millions):
Three Months Ended
December 30,
2023		December 31,
2022
Cash flows used in operating activities$(3.0)$(48.8)
Cash flows used in investing activities(28.6)(21.6)
Cash flows provided by financing activities5.8 39.4 
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents1.6 3.4 
     Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash$(24.2)$(27.6)


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Operating Activities. Cash flows used in operating activities were $3.0 million for the three months ended December 30, 2023, as compared to cash flows used in operating activities of $48.8 million for the three months ended December 31, 2022. The decrease was primarily due to cash flow improvements (reductions) of:

•$(13.0) million decrease in net income.
•$58.7 million in accounts payables cash flows primarily driven by the timing of materials procurement and payments to suppliers.
•$26.4 million in inventory cash flows driven by inventory levels increasing at a slower rate in the three months ended December 30, 2023 compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022 due to fewer program ramps requiring upfront inventory procurement.
•$(28.2) million in advanced payments from customers cash flows driven by a larger decrease in advanced payments in the three months ended December 30, 2023 compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022.
•$(9.0) million in contract assets cash flows, driven by decreases in advanced payments received from customers who recognize revenue over time.
The following table provides a summary of cash cycle days for the periods indicated (in days):
Three Months Ended
December 30,
2023		December 31,
2022
Days in accounts receivable6161
Days in contract assets1210
Days in inventory161151
Days in accounts payable(66)(69)
Days in advanced payments (1)(73)(70)
Annualized cash cycle9583
(1) Includes a reclassification in the presentation of advanced payments from customers reflected in prior period amounts.As of December 31, 2022, the impact of this reclassification was an increase in the Company's days in advanced payments and a reduction in annualized cash cycle by 23 days.
We calculate days in accounts receivable and contract assets as each balance sheet item for the respective quarter divided by annualized sales for the respective quarter by day. We calculate days in inventory, accounts payable and advanced payments as each balance sheet line item for the respective quarter divided by annualized cost of sales for the respective quarter by day. We calculate annualized cash cycle as the sum of days in accounts receivable, days in contract assets and days in inventory, less days in accounts payable and days in advanced payments.
As of December 30, 2023, annualized cash cycle days increased twelve days compared to December 31, 2022 due to the following:
Days in accounts receivable for the three months ended December 30, 2023 remained flat compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022.
Days in contract assets for the three months ended December 30, 2023 increased two days compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. The increase is primarily attributable to a decrease in advanced payments from customers with arrangements requiring revenue to be recognized over time as products are produced.
Days in inventory for the three months ended December 30, 2023 increased ten days compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. The increase is primarily due to lower sales in the three months ended December 30, 2023 compared to the prior year, partially offset by lower inventory.
Days in accounts payable for the three months ended December 30, 2023 decreased three days compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. The decrease is primarily attributable to timing of materials procurement and payments to suppliers.
Days in advanced payments for the three months ended December 30, 2023 increased three days compared to the three months ended December 31, 2022. The increase was primarily attributable to lower sales in the three months ended December 30, 2023 compared to the prior year, partially offset by a decrease in advanced payments received from customers in line with lower inventory balances.
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Free Cash Flow. We define free cash flow ("FCF"), a non-GAAP financial measure, as cash flow generated or used in operations less capital expenditures. FCF was $(31.7) million for the three months ended December 30, 2023 compared to $(71.9) million for the three months ended December 31, 2022, an improvement of $40.2 million. The improvement in FCF was primarily due to lower working capital investments in inventory to support our customers and increased accounts payable due to timing of payments.
Non-GAAP financial measures, including FCF, are used for internal management assessments because such measures provide additional insight to investors into ongoing financial performance. In particular, we provide FCF because we believe it offers insight into the metrics that are driving management decisions. We view FCF as an important financial metric as it demonstrates our ability to generate cash and can allow us to pursue opportunities that enhance shareholder value. FCF is a non-GAAP financial measure that should be considered in addition to, not as a substitute for, measures of our financial performance prepared in accordance with GAAP.
A reconciliation of FCF to our financial statements that were prepared using GAAP as follows (in millions):
Three Months Ended
December 30,
2023		December 31,
2022
Cash flows used in by operating activities$(3.0)$(48.8)
Payments for property, plant and equipment(28.7)(23.1)
Free cash flow$(31.7)$(71.9)
Investing Activities. Cash flows used in investing activities were $28.6 million for the three months ended December 30, 2023 compared to $21.6 million for the three months ended December 31, 2022. The increase in cash used in investing activities was due to a $5.6 million increase in capital expenditures.
We estimate capital expenditures for fiscal 2024 will be approximately $100.0 million to $120.0 million to support new program ramps and replace older equipment.
Financing Activities. Cash flows provided by financing activities were $5.8 million for the three months ended December 30, 2023 compared to cash flows provided by financing activities of $39.4 million for the three months ended December 31, 2022. The decrease was primarily attributable to net borrowings on the credit facility for the three months ended December 30, 2023 of $10.0 million compared to net borrowings on the credit facility for the three months ended December 31, 2022 of $57.0 million, as well as a $11.5 million reduction in repurchases of our common stock.
On August 18, 2022, the Board of Directors approved a share repurchase program under which we are authorized to repurchase up to $50.0 million of its common stock (the "2023 Program"). The 2023 Program became effective immediately and has no expiration. During the three months ended December 30, 2023 we purchased no shares under this program. During the three months ended December 31, 2022, we purchased 115,723 shares under this program for $11.5 million at an average price of $99.12 per share. As of December 30, 2023, $5.7 million of authority remained under the 2023 Program. All shares repurchased under the aforementioned program were recorded as treasury stock.
On January 16, 2024, we announced an additional $50.0 million in share repurchase authority (the "2024 Program") that authorizes us to repurchase our common stock. There is now a total of $55.7 million in repurchase authority under the combined 2023 and 2024 Programs. The 2024 Program will commence upon completion of the 2023 Program.
We have Master Accounts Receivable Purchase Agreements with MUFG Bank, New York Branch (formerly known as The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd.) (the "MUFG RPA"), HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited, Xiamen branch (the "HSBC RPA") and other unaffiliated financial institutions, under which we may elect to sell receivables, at a discount. These facilities are uncommitted facilities. The maximum facility amount under the MUFG RPA as of December 30, 2023 is $340.0 million. The maximum facility amount under the HSBC RPA as of December 30, 2023 is $70.0 million. The MUFG RPA will be automatically extended each year unless any party gives no less than 10 days prior notice that the agreement should not be extended. The terms of the HSBC RPA are generally consistent with the terms of the MUFG RPA previously discussed.
We sold $223.6 million and $185.6 million of trade accounts receivable under these programs during the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively, in exchange for cash proceeds of $221.0 million and $183.6 million, respectively. As of December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, $226.9 million and $196.8 million, respectively, of accounts receivables sold under trade accounts receivable programs and subject to servicing by us remained outstanding and had not yet been collected by MUFG Bank or HSBC Bank.
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In all cases, the sale discount was recorded within "Miscellaneous, net" in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income in the period of the sale. For further information regarding the receivable sale programs, see Note 13, "Trade Accounts Receivable Sale Programs," in Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
Based on current expectations, we believe that our projected cash flows provided by operations, available cash and cash equivalents, potential borrowings under the Credit Facility and our leasing capabilities should be sufficient to meet our working capital and fixed capital requirements, as well as execution upon our share repurchase authorizations as management deems appropriate, for the next twelve months. We believe our balance sheet is positioned to support the potential future challenges presented by macroeconomic factors including increased working capital requirements associated with longer lead-times for components, increased component and labor costs, and operating inefficiencies due to supply chain constraints. As of the end of the first quarter of fiscal 2024, cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash were $232 million, while debt, finance lease and other financing obligations were $443 million. If our future financing needs increase, then we may need to arrange additional debt or equity financing. Accordingly, we evaluate and consider from time to time various financing alternatives to supplement our financial resources. However, we cannot be assured that we will be able to make any such arrangements on acceptable terms or at all.

DISCLOSURE ABOUT CRITICAL ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES
Our critical accounting policies are disclosed in our 2023 Annual Report on Form 10-K. During the first quarter of fiscal 2024, there were no material changes.

NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS
See Note 1, "Recently Adopted Accounting Pronouncements" and "Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted," in Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements regarding recent accounting pronouncements. 

ITEM 3.    QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
There were no material changes in our exposure to market risk from changes in foreign exchange and interest rates from those disclosed in our 2023 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Foreign Currency Risk
Our international operations create potential foreign exchange risk. Our policy is to selectively hedge our foreign currency denominated transactions in a manner that partially offsets the effects of changes in foreign currency exchange rates. We typically use foreign currency contracts to hedge only those currency exposures associated with certain assets and liabilities denominated in non-functional currencies. Corresponding gains and losses on the underlying transaction generally offset the gains and losses on these foreign currency hedges. We cannot predict changes in currency rates, nor the degree to which we will be able to manage the impacts of currency exchange rate changes. Such changes could have a material effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition.
Our percentages of transactions denominated in currencies other than the U.S. dollar for the indicated periods were as follows:
Three Months Ended
 December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Net Sales10%7%
Total Costs18%15%
We have evaluated the potential foreign currency exchange rate risk on transactions denominated in currencies other than the U.S. dollar for the periods presented above. Based on our overall currency exposure, as of December 30, 2023, a 10.0% change in the value of the U.S. dollar relative to our other transactional currencies would not have a material effect on our financial position, results of operations, or cash flows.

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Interest Rate Risk
We have financial instruments, including cash equivalents and debt, which are sensitive to changes in interest rates. The primary objective of our investment activities is to preserve principal, while maximizing yields without significantly increasing market risk. To achieve this, we limit the amount of principal exposure to any one issuer.
As of December 30, 2023, we were exposed to interest rate risk associated with our Credit Facility. Borrowings under the Credit Facility bear interest, at the Company's option, at (a)(1) for borrowings denominated in U.S. dollars, the Term Secured Overnight Financing Rate ("SOFR"), (2) for borrowings denominated in pounds sterling, the Daily Simple Risk-Free Rate, plus, in each case of (a)(1) and (2), 10 basis points, (b) for borrowings denominated in euros, the EURIBOR Rate plus a statutory reserve rate, or (c) an Alternate Base Rate equal to the highest of (i) 100 basis points per annum, (ii) the prime rate last quoted by The Wall Street Journal (or, if not quoted, as otherwise provided in the Credit Facility), (iii) the greater of the federal funds effective rate and the overnight bank funding rate in effect on such day plus, in each case, 50 basis points per annum (or, if neither are available, as otherwise provided in the Credit Facility), and (iv) Term SOFR for a one month interest period on such day plus 110 basis points, plus, in each case of (a), (b), and (c), an applicable interest rate margin based on the Company's then current consolidated total indebtedness (minus certain unrestricted cash and cash equivalents in an amount not to exceed $100 million) to consolidated EBITDA. As of December 30, 2023, the borrowing rate under the Credit Facility was SOFR plus 1.10%. Borrowings under the 2018 NPA are based on a fixed interest rate, thus mitigating much of our interest rate risk. We were also exposed to interest rate risk on our accounts receivables sales programs. The Master Accounts Receivable Purchase Agreements with MUFG Bank, New York Branch (the "MUFG RPA") is subject to an applicable cost of funds based on an applicable margin defined in the agreement with respect to receivables owed by each approved obligor and the applicable SOFR for a period equal to the discount period applicable to such receivable determined as of two business days prior to the applicable purchase date of such receivable with respect to the currency the receivable is denominated in. Other trade receivable sales programs are subject to similar terms. Based on our overall interest rate exposure, as of December 30, 2023, a 10.0% change in interest rates would not have a material effect on our financial position, results of operations, or cash flows.

ITEM 4.    CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Disclosure Controls and Procedures
The Company maintains disclosure controls and procedures designed to ensure that the information the Company must disclose in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") is recorded, processed, summarized and reported on a timely basis. The Company’s Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") and Chief Financial Officer ("CFO") have reviewed and evaluated, with the participation of the Company’s management, the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act") as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based on such evaluation, the CEO and CFO have concluded that, as of the Evaluation Date, the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures are effective, at the reasonable assurance level, (a) in recording, processing, summarizing and reporting, on a timely basis, information required to be disclosed by the Company in the reports the Company files or submits under the Exchange Act, and (b) in assuring that information is accumulated and communicated to the Company’s management, including the CEO and CFO, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
During the first quarter of fiscal 2024, there have been no changes in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.
ITEM 5.    OTHER INFORMATION
During the quarter ended December 30, 2023, none of our directors or Section 16 officers adopted or terminated a "Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement" or "non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement" (as each term is defined in Item 408(a) of Regulation S-K).

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PART II.    OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 1A.    RISK FACTORS
In addition to the risks and uncertainties discussed herein, particularly those discussed in the “Safe Harbor” Cautionary Statement and "Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in Part I, Item 2, see the risk factors set forth in Part I, Item 1A of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2023 that have had no material changes.
ITEM 2.    Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
On August 18, 2022, the Board of Directors approved a share repurchase program under which the Company is authorized to repurchase up to $50.0 million of its common stock (the "2023 Program"). The 2023 Program became effective immediately and has no expiration. There were no shares purchased during the three months ended December 30, 2023. The maximum dollar value of shares that was available to be purchased under the program as of December 30, 2023 was $5.7 million.
On January 16, 2024, we announced an additional $50.0 million in share repurchase authority (the "2024 Program") that authorizes us to repurchase our common stock. The 2024 Program will commence upon completion of the 2023 Program.
ITEM 6.    EXHIBITS
The list of exhibits is included below.
Exhibit 
No.		  Exhibit
31.1
31.2
32.1
32.2
99.1
101
The following materials from Plexus Corp.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended December 30, 2023, formatted in Inline Extensible Business Reporting Language ("XBRL"): (i) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income, (ii) the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets, (iii) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity, (iv) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, and (v) Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
101.INSInline XBRL Instance Document (the instance document does not appear in the interactive data file because its XBRL tags are embedded within the inline XBRL document).
101.SCHInline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document.
101.CALInline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document.
101.LABInline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document.
101.PREInline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document.
101.DEFInline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document.
104
The cover page from the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal first quarter ended December 30, 2023, formatted in Inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101.

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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
 Plexus Corp.
Registrant
Date:February 2, 2024/s/ Todd P. Kelsey
 Todd P. Kelsey
Chief Executive Officer
Date:February 2, 2024/s/ Patrick J. Jermain
Patrick J. Jermain
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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Exhibit 31.1
CERTIFICATION

I, Todd P. Kelsey, certify that:
1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Plexus Corp.;
2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;
3.Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;
4.The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:
a)Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;
b)Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;
c)Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and
d)Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and
5.The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):
a)All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and
b)Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.
 
 
Date: February 2, 2024
/s/ Todd P. Kelsey
Todd P. Kelsey
Chief Executive Officer



Exhibit 31.2
CERTIFICATION

I, Patrick J. Jermain, certify that:
1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Plexus Corp.;
2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;
3.Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;
4.The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:
a)Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;
b)Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;
c)Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and
d)Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and
5.The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):
a)All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and
b)Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.

Date: February 2, 2024
/s/ Patrick J. Jermain
Patrick J. Jermain
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer




Exhibit 32.1
CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO
18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350,
AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO
SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002
In connection with the Quarterly Report of Plexus Corp. (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended December 30, 2023, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Todd P. Kelsey, Chief Executive Officer of the Company, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. §1350, as adopted pursuant to §906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that to the best of my knowledge:
(1)The Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and
(2)The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.
/s/ Todd P. Kelsey
Todd P. Kelsey
Chief Executive Officer
February 2, 2024

A signed original of this written statement required by Section 906, or other document authenticating, acknowledging, or otherwise adopting the signature that appears in typed form within the electronic version of this written statement required by Section 906, has been provided to Plexus Corp. and will be retained by Plexus Corp. and furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff upon request.


Exhibit 32.2
CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO
18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350,
AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO
SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002
In connection with the Quarterly Report of Plexus Corp. (the “Company”) on Form 10-Q for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2023, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Patrick J. Jermain, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. §1350, as adopted pursuant to §906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that to the best of my knowledge:
(1)The Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and
(2)The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.
/s/ Patrick J. Jermain
Patrick J. Jermain
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
February 2, 2024

A signed original of this written statement required by Section 906, or other document authenticating, acknowledging, or otherwise adopting the signature that appears in typed form within the electronic version of this written statement required by Section 906, has been provided to Plexus Corp. and will be retained by Plexus Corp. and furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff upon request.


Exhibit 99.1
Return on Invested Capital ("ROIC") and Economic Return Calculations GAAP to non-GAAP reconciliation (dollars in thousands):
Three Months EndedTwelve Months EndedThree Months Ended
Dec 30,Sep 30,Dec 31,
202320232022
Operating income, as reported$45,158 $195,820 $57,341 
Restructuring and impairment charges+— +23,094 +— 
Adjusted operating income45,158 218,914 57,341 
x4 x4 
Adjusted annualized operating income$180,632 $218,914 $229,364 
Adjusted effective tax ratex16 %x13 %x16 %
Tax impact$28,901 $28,459 $36,698 
Adjusted operating income (tax-effected)$151,731 $190,455 $192,666 
Average invested capital$1,479,647 $1,425,626 $1,392,002 
ROIC10.3 %13.4 %13.8 %
WACC8.2 %9.0 %9.0 %
Economic Return2.1 %4.4 %4.8 %
December 30,September 30,July 1,April 1,December 31,October 1,
202320232023202320222022
Equity$1,266,755 $1,214,382 $1,184,362 $1,182,382 $1,150,259 $1,095,731 
Plus:
  Debt and finance lease obligations - current251,119 240,205 304,781 294,011 329,076 273,971 
  Operating lease obligations - current (1)9,172 8,363 8,772 8,358 8,878 7,948 
  Debt and finance lease obligations - long-term192,118 190,853 187,468 188,730 187,272 187,776 
  Operating lease obligations - long-term35,989 38,552 40,515 31,257 32,149 33,628 
Less:
  Cash and cash equivalents(231,982)(256,233)(252,965)(269,664)(247,880)(274,805)
$1,523,171 $1,436,122 $1,472,933 $1,435,074 $1,459,754 $1,324,249 

(1)Included in other accrued liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets.

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Document And Entity Information - shares
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Jan. 30, 2024
Entity Information [Line Items]    
Document Type 10-Q  
Document Quarterly Report true  
Document Period End Date Dec. 30, 2023  
Document Transition Report false  
Entity File Number 001-14423  
Entity Registrant Name PLEXUS CORP.  
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code WI  
Entity Tax Identification Number 39-1344447  
Entity Address, Address Line One One Plexus Way  
Entity Address, City or Town Neenah  
Entity Address, State or Province WI  
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code 54957  
City Area Code 920  
Local Phone Number 969-6000  
Title of 12(b) Security Common Stock, $0.01 par value  
Trading Symbol PLXS  
Security Exchange Name NASDAQ  
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes  
Entity Interactive Data Current Yes  
Entity Filer Category Large Accelerated Filer  
Entity Small Business false  
Entity Emerging Growth Company false  
Entity Shell Company false  
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   27,611,672
Entity Central Index Key 0000785786  
Current Fiscal Year End Date --09-28  
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2024  
Document Fiscal Period Focus Q1  
Amendment Flag false  
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Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income - USD ($)
shares in Thousands, $ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Income Statement [Abstract]    
Net sales $ 982,607 $ 1,093,925
Cost of sales 894,467 992,726
Gross profit 88,140 101,199
Selling and administrative expenses 42,982 43,858
Operating income 45,158 57,341
Other income (expense):    
Interest expense (7,617) (6,894)
Interest income 808 934
Miscellaneous, net (3,502) (1,944)
Income before income taxes 34,847 49,437
Income tax expense 5,632 7,247
Net income $ 29,215 $ 42,190
Earnings per share:    
Basic (in dollars per share) $ 1.06 $ 1.53
Diluted (in dollars per share) $ 1.04 $ 1.49
Weighted average shares outstanding:    
Basic (in shares) 27,485 27,639
Diluted (in shares) 28,013 28,305
Other comprehensive income:    
Derivative instrument and other fair value adjustments $ 8,397 $ 8,439
Foreign currency translation adjustments 12,489 13,777
Other comprehensive income 20,886 22,216
Total comprehensive income $ 50,101 $ 64,406
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Consolidated Balance Sheets - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Dec. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2023
Current assets:    
Cash and cash equivalents $ 231,982 $ 256,233
Restricted cash 430 421
Accounts receivable, net of allowances of $1,808 and $1,914, respectively 656,207 661,542
Contract assets 131,640 142,297
Inventories 1,575,094 1,562,037
Prepaid expenses and other 54,879 49,693
Total current assets 2,650,232 2,672,223
Property, plant and equipment, net 498,979 492,036
Operating lease right-of-use assets 67,420 69,363
Deferred income taxes 62,721 62,590
Other assets 25,261 24,960
Total non-current assets 654,381 648,949
Total assets 3,304,613 3,321,172
Current liabilities:    
Current portion of long-term debt and finance lease obligations 251,119 240,205
Accounts payable 647,386 646,610
Advanced payments from customers 709,709 760,351
Accrued salaries and wages 74,828 94,099
Other accrued liabilities 60,520 71,402
Total current liabilities 1,743,562 1,812,667
Long-term debt and finance lease obligations, net of current portion 192,118 190,853
Accrued income taxes payable 31,382 31,382
Long-term operating lease liabilities 35,989 38,552
Deferred income taxes 4,410 4,350
Other liabilities 30,397 28,986
Total non-current liabilities 294,296 294,123
Total liabilities 2,037,858 2,106,790
Commitments and contingencies
Shareholders’ equity:    
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value, 5,000 shares authorized, none issued or outstanding 0 0
Common stock, $0.01 par value, 200,000 shares authorized, 54,335 and 54,297 shares issued, respectively, and 27,504 and 27,466 shares outstanding, respectively 543 543
Additional paid-in capital 663,542 661,270
Common stock held in treasury, at cost, 26,831 and 26,831 shares, respectively (1,134,429) (1,134,429)
Retained earnings 1,740,543 1,711,328
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (3,444) (24,330)
Total shareholders’ equity 1,266,755 1,214,382
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity $ 3,304,613 $ 3,321,172
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Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Dec. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2023
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]    
Accounts receivable, allowances $ 1,808 $ 1,914
Preferred stock, par value (in dollars per share) $ 0.01 $ 0.01
Preferred stock, shares authorized (in shares) 5,000,000 5,000,000
Preferred stock, shares issued (in shares) 0 0
Preferred stock, shares outstanding (in shares) 0 0
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) $ 0.01 $ 0.01
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares) 200,000,000 200,000,000
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) 54,335,000 54,297,000
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares) 27,504,000 27,466,000
Treasury stock, shares (in shares) 26,831,000 26,831,000
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Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Total
Common stock
Additional paid-in capital
Treasury stock
Retained earnings
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Beginning of period (in shares) at Oct. 01, 2022   27,679,000        
Exercise of stock options and vesting of other share-based awards   49,000        
Treasury shares purchased (in shares)   (116,000)        
End of period (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2022   27,612,000        
Beginning of period at Oct. 01, 2022 $ 1,095,731 $ 541 $ 652,467 $ (1,093,483) $ 1,572,234 $ (36,028)
Exercise of stock options and vesting of other share-based awards   0        
Share-based compensation expense     5,683      
Exercise of stock options and vesting of other share-based awards, including tax withholding     (4,091)      
Treasury shares purchased       (11,470)    
Net income 42,190       42,190  
Other comprehensive income 22,216         22,216
End of period at Dec. 31, 2022 $ 1,150,259 $ 541 654,059 (1,104,953) 1,614,424 (13,812)
Beginning of period (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2023 27,466,000 27,466,000        
Exercise of stock options and vesting of other share-based awards   38,000        
Treasury shares purchased (in shares)   0        
End of period (in shares) at Dec. 30, 2023 27,504,000 27,504,000        
Beginning of period at Sep. 30, 2023 $ 1,214,382 $ 543 661,270 (1,134,429) 1,711,328 (24,330)
Exercise of stock options and vesting of other share-based awards   0        
Share-based compensation expense     5,178      
Exercise of stock options and vesting of other share-based awards, including tax withholding     (2,906)      
Treasury shares purchased       0    
Net income 29,215       29,215  
Other comprehensive income 20,886         20,886
End of period at Dec. 30, 2023 $ 1,266,755 $ 543 $ 663,542 $ (1,134,429) $ 1,740,543 $ (3,444)
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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Cash flows from operating activities    
Net income $ 29,215 $ 42,190
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash flows from operating activities:    
Depreciation and amortization 19,141 16,290
Share-based compensation expense and related charges 5,178 5,683
Other, net 443 502
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, excluding impacts of currency:    
Accounts receivable 9,432 10,506
Contract assets 10,732 19,745
Inventories (5,057) (31,409)
Other current and non-current assets (3,988) (7,270)
Accrued income taxes payable (275) (2,655)
Accounts payable 6,024 (52,702)
Advanced payments from customers (52,721) (24,530)
Other current and non-current liabilities (21,153) (25,144)
Cash flows used in operating activities (3,029) (48,794)
Cash flows from investing activities    
Payments for property, plant and equipment (28,656) (23,085)
Other, net 65 1,503
Cash flows used in investing activities (28,591) (21,582)
Cash flows from financing activities    
Borrowings under debt agreements 133,000 197,000
Payments on debt and finance lease obligations (124,328) (142,001)
Repurchases of common stock 0 (11,470)
Proceeds from exercise of stock options 182 0
Payments related to tax withholding for share-based compensation (3,091) (4,091)
Cash flows provided by financing activities 5,763 39,438
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents 1,615 3,379
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash (24,242) (27,559)
Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash:    
Beginning of period 256,654 275,470
End of period $ 232,412 $ 247,911
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Basis of Presentation
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Basis of Presentation Basis of Presentation
Basis of Presentation:
The accompanying Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included herein have been prepared by Plexus Corp. and its subsidiaries (together “Plexus” or the “Company”) without audit and pursuant to the rules and regulations of the United States (“U.S.”) Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). The accompanying Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements reflect all adjustments, which include normal recurring adjustments necessary for the fair statement of the condensed consolidated financial position of the Company as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023, the results of operations and shareholders' equity for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, and the cash flows for the same three month periods.

The Company’s fiscal year ends on the Saturday closest to September 30. The Company uses a “4-4-5” weekly accounting system for the interim periods in each quarter. Each quarter, therefore, ends on a Saturday at the end of the 4-4-5 period. Periodically, an additional week must be added to the fiscal year to re-align with the Saturday closest to September 30. All fiscal quarters presented herein included 13 weeks.
Certain information and footnote disclosures, normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America ("U.S. GAAP"), have been condensed or omitted pursuant to the SEC’s rules and regulations dealing with interim financial statements. However, the Company believes that the disclosures made in the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included herein are adequate to make the information presented not misleading. It is suggested that these Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements be read in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto included in the Company’s 2023 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
The preparation of financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto. The Company has considered information available as of the date of issuance of these financial statements and, other than the information disclosed in Note 15, "Subsequent Events", is not aware of any specific events or circumstances that would require an update to its estimates or judgments or a revision of the carrying value of its assets or liabilities. These estimates may change as new events occur and additional information becomes available. Actual results could differ materially from these estimates.
Reclassification:
Certain prior year amounts in the consolidated financial statements and notes thereto have been reclassified related to advanced payments from customers to conform to the current year's presentation.
Recently Adopted Accounting Pronouncements:
In September 2022, the FASB issued ASU 2022-04, which requires enhanced disclosures about supplier finance programs. The Company adopted this guidance during the first quarter of fiscal 2024 with no material impact to the Company's Consolidated Financial Statements; however, the impact of the new standard on future periods will depend on the facts and circumstances of future transactions.
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted:
In November 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-07, which requires enhanced disclosures for segment reporting. The guidance is effective for the Company beginning in the first quarter of fiscal 2025. We are currently evaluating the impact that the updated standard will have on our financial statement disclosures.
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, which requires enhanced disclosures for income taxes. The guidance is effective for the Company beginning in the first quarter of fiscal 2026. Early adoption is permitted. We are currently evaluating the impact that the updated standard will have on our financial statement disclosures.
The Company does not believe that any other recently issued accounting standards will have a material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements or apply to its operations.
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Inventories
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]  
Inventories Inventories
Inventories as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023 consisted of the following (in thousands):
December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
Raw materials$1,420,794 $1,409,638 
Work-in-process57,419 66,340 
Finished goods96,881 86,059 
Total inventories$1,575,094 $1,562,037 
In certain circumstances, per contractual terms, customer deposits are received by the Company to offset inventory risks. The total amount of customer deposits related to inventory and included within advanced payments from customers on the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023 was $541.3 million and $590.2 million, respectively.
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Debt, Finance Lease and Other Financing Obligations
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Debt and Lease Obligation [Abstract]  
Debt, Finance Lease and Other Financing Obligations Debt, Finance Lease and Other Financing Obligations
Debt and finance lease obligations as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023 consisted of the following (in thousands):
December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
4.05% Senior Notes, due June 15, 2025
$100,000 $100,000 
4.22% Senior Notes, due June 15, 2028
50,000 50,000 
Borrowings under the Credit Facility243,000 233,000 
Finance lease and other financing obligations51,324 49,233 
Unamortized deferred financing fees(1,087)(1,175)
Total obligations443,237 431,058 
Less: current portion(251,119)(240,205)
Long-term debt, finance lease and other financing obligations, net of current portion$192,118 $190,853 
As of December 30, 2023, the Company was in compliance with covenants for all debt agreements.
During the three months ended December 30, 2023, the highest daily borrowing under the Company's 5-year senior unsecured revolving credit facility (referred to as the "Credit Facility") was $343.0 million; the average daily borrowings were $284.1 million.
The fair value of the Company’s debt, excluding finance lease and other financing obligations, was $388.2 million and $374.3 million as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023, respectively. The carrying value of the Company's debt, excluding finance lease and other financing obligations, was $393.0 million and $383.0 million as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023, respectively. If measured at fair value in the financial statements, the Company's debt would be classified as Level 2 in the fair value hierarchy. Refer to Note 4, "Derivatives and Fair Value Measurements," for further information regarding the Company's fair value calculations and classifications.
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Derivatives and Fair Value Measurements
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]  
Derivatives and Fair Value Measurements Derivatives and Fair Value Measurements
All derivatives are recognized in the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets at their estimated fair value. The Company uses derivatives to manage the variability of foreign currency obligations. The Company has cash flow hedges related to forecasted foreign currency obligations, in addition to non-designated hedges to manage foreign currency exposures associated with certain foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities. The Company does not enter into derivatives for speculative purposes.
The Company designates some foreign currency exchange contracts as cash flow hedges of forecasted foreign currency expenses. Changes in the fair value of the derivatives that qualify as cash flow hedges are recorded in "Accumulated other comprehensive loss" in the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets until earnings are affected by the variability of the cash flows. In the next twelve months, the Company estimates that $3.4 million of unrealized gains, net of tax, related to cash flow hedges will be reclassified from other comprehensive income into earnings. Changes in the fair value of the non-designated derivatives related to recognized foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities are recorded in "Miscellaneous, net" in the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income.
The Company enters into forward currency exchange contracts for its operations in certain jurisdictions in the AMER and APAC segments on a rolling basis. The Company had cash flow hedges outstanding with a notional value of $200.6 million as of December 30, 2023, and a notional value of $215.4 million as of September 30, 2023. These forward currency contracts fix the exchange rates for the settlement of future foreign currency obligations that have yet to be realized. The total fair value of the forward currency exchange contracts was a $3.4 million asset as of December 30, 2023 and a $5.0 million liability as of September 30, 2023.
The Company had additional forward currency exchange contracts outstanding as of December 30, 2023, with a notional value of $175.8 million; there were $145.5 million of such contracts outstanding as of September 30, 2023. The Company did not designate these derivative instruments as hedging instruments. The net settlement amount (fair value) related to these contracts is recorded on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as either a current or long-term asset or liability, depending on the term, and as an element of "Miscellaneous, net" in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income. The total fair value of these derivatives was a $3.0 million asset as of December 30, 2023 and a $1.3 million liability as of September 30, 2023.
The tables below present information regarding the fair values of derivative instruments and the effects of derivative instruments on the Company’s Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements:
Fair Values of Derivative Instruments (in thousands)
  Derivative AssetsDerivative Liabilities
    December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023		  December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
Derivatives designated as hedging instrumentsBalance sheet
classification		Fair ValueFair ValueBalance sheet
classification		Fair ValueFair Value
Foreign currency forward contractsPrepaid expenses and other$4,243 $2,610 Other accrued liabilities$826 $7,590 
Fair Values of Derivative Instruments (in thousands)
  Derivative AssetsDerivative Liabilities
    December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023		  December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
Derivatives not designated as hedging instrumentsBalance sheet
classification		Fair ValueFair ValueBalance sheet
classification		Fair ValueFair Value
Foreign currency forward contractsPrepaid expenses and other$4,421 $1,337 Other accrued liabilities$1,436 $2,669 
The Effect of Cash Flow Hedge Accounting on Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss ("OCL") (in thousands)
for the Three Months Ended
Derivatives in cash flow hedging relationshipsAmount of Gain Recognized in OCL on Derivatives
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Foreign currency forward contracts$5,446 $6,150 
Derivative Impact on Gain (Loss) Recognized in Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (in thousands)
for the Three Months Ended
Derivatives in cash flow hedging relationshipsClassification of Loss Reclassified from Accumulated OCL into IncomeAmount of Loss Reclassified from Accumulated OCL into Income 
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Foreign currency forward contractsCost of sales$(2,789)$(2,132)
Foreign currency forward contractsSelling and administrative expenses(162)(157)
Derivatives not designated as hedging instrumentsLocation of Gain Recognized on Derivatives in IncomeAmount of Gain on Derivatives Recognized in Income
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Foreign currency forward contractsMiscellaneous, net$2,340 $747 
Fair Value Measurements:
Fair value is defined as the exchange price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability (or exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. Valuation techniques used to measure fair value must maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs. The Company uses quoted market prices when available or discounted cash flows to calculate fair value. The accounting guidance establishes a fair value hierarchy based on three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value. The input levels are:
Level 1: Quoted (observable) market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2: Inputs other than Level 1 that are observable, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the asset or liability.
Level 3: Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the asset or liability.
The following table lists the fair values of the Company’s derivatives as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023 by input level:
Fair Value Measurements Using Input Levels Asset / (Liability) (in thousands)
Fiscal period ended December 30, 2023
Level 1Level 2Level 3Total
Derivatives    
Foreign currency forward contracts$— $6,402 $— $6,402 
Fiscal period ended September 30, 2023
Derivatives
Foreign currency forward contracts$— $(6,312)$— $(6,312)
The fair value of foreign currency forward contracts is determined using a market approach, which includes obtaining directly or indirectly observable values from third parties active in the relevant markets. Inputs in the fair value of the foreign currency forward contracts include prevailing forward and spot prices for currency.
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Income Taxes
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]  
Income Taxes Income Taxes
Income tax expense for the three months ended December 30, 2023 was $5.6 million compared to $7.2 million for the three months ended December 31, 2022.
The effective tax rates for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 were 16.2% and 14.7%, respectively. The effective tax rate for the three months ended December 30, 2023 increased from the effective tax rate for the three months ended December 31, 2022 primarily due to a change in the geographic distribution of pre-tax book income.
The amount of unrecognized tax benefits recorded for uncertain tax positions increased by $0.7 million for the three months ended December 30, 2023. The Company recognizes accrued interest and penalties on uncertain tax positions as a component of income tax expense. The amount of interest and penalties recorded for the three months ended December 30, 2023 was not material.
One or more uncertain tax positions may be settled within the next 12 months. Settlement of these matters is not expected to have a material effect on the Company's consolidated results of operations, financial position and cash flows. The Company is not currently under examination by taxing authorities in the U.S. or any foreign jurisdiction.
The Company maintains valuation allowances when it is more likely than not that all or a portion of a net deferred tax asset will not be realized. During the three months ended December 30, 2023, the Company continued to record a full valuation allowance against its net deferred tax assets in certain jurisdictions within the EMEA and APAC segments and a partial valuation against its net deferred tax assets in certain jurisdictions within the AMER segment, as it was more likely than not that these assets would not be fully realized based primarily on historical performance. The Company will continue to provide a valuation allowance against its net deferred tax assets in each of the applicable jurisdictions going forward until it determines it is more likely than not that the deferred tax assets will be realized.
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Earnings Per Share
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]  
Earnings Per Share Earnings Per Share
The following is a reconciliation of the amounts utilized in the computation of basic and diluted earnings per share for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 (in thousands, except per share amounts):
Three Months Ended
 December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Net income$29,215 $42,190 
Basic weighted average common shares outstanding27,485 27,639 
Dilutive effect of share-based awards and options outstanding528 666 
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding28,013 28,305 
Earnings per share:
Basic$1.06 $1.53 
Diluted$1.04 $1.49 
For the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, there were no antidilutive awards.
See also Note 12, "Shareholders' Equity," for information regarding the Company's share repurchase plans.
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Leases
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Leases [Abstract]  
Leases Leases
The components of lease expense for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 indicated were as follows (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
December 30,
2023		December 31,
2022
Finance lease expense:
   Amortization of right-of-use assets$1,518 $1,614 
   Interest on lease liabilities1,322 1,272 
Operating lease expense2,618 2,606 
Other lease expense2,062 1,766 
Total$7,520 $7,258 
Based on the nature of the right-of-use ("ROU") asset, amortization of finance lease ROU assets, operating lease expense and other lease expense are recorded within either cost of goods sold or selling and administrative expenses and interest on finance
lease liabilities is recorded within interest expense on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income. Other lease expense includes lease expense for leases with an estimated total term of twelve months or less and variable lease expense related to variations in lease payments as a result of a change in factors or circumstances occurring after the lease possession date.
The following tables sets forth the amount of lease assets and lease liabilities included in the Company’s Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (in thousands):
Financial Statement Line ItemDecember 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
ASSETS
   Finance lease assetsProperty, plant and equipment, net$39,835 $37,391 
   Operating lease assetsOperating lease right-of-use assets67,420 69,363 
      Total lease assets$107,255 $106,754 
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current
  Finance lease liabilitiesCurrent portion of long-term debt and finance lease obligations$5,034 $4,034 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther accrued liabilities9,172 8,363 
Non-current
  Finance lease liabilitiesLong-term debt and finance lease obligations, net of current portion41,144 39,271 
  Operating lease liabilitiesLong-term operating lease liabilities35,989 38,552 
        Total lease liabilities$91,339 $90,220 
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Share-Based Compensation
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Compensation Related Costs [Abstract]  
Share-Based Compensation
The Company recognized $5.3 million and $5.8 million of compensation expense associated with share-based awards for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively.
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Litigation
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]  
Litigation Litigation
The Company is party to lawsuits in the ordinary course of business. We record provisions in the consolidated financial statements for pending legal matters when we determine that an unfavorable outcome is probable, and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated.
Management does not believe that any such proceedings, individually or in the aggregate, will have a material positive or adverse effect on the Company’s consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows. However, legal proceedings and regulatory and governmental matters are subject to inherent uncertainties, and unfavorable rulings or other events could occur. Unfavorable resolutions could involve substantial fines, civil or criminal penalties, and other expenditures.
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Reportable Segments
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Reportable Segments Reportable Segments
Reportable segments are defined as components of an enterprise about which separate financial information is available that is evaluated regularly by the chief operating decision maker in assessing performance and allocating resources. The Company uses an internal management reporting system, which provides important financial data to evaluate performance and allocate the Company’s resources on a regional basis. Net sales for the segments are attributed to the region in which the product is manufactured or the service is performed. The services provided, manufacturing processes used, class of customers serviced and order fulfillment processes used are similar and generally interchangeable across the segments. A segment’s performance is evaluated based upon its operating income. A segment’s operating income includes its net sales less cost of sales and selling and administrative expenses, but excludes corporate and other expenses. Corporate and other expenses primarily represent corporate selling and administrative expenses, and restructuring costs and other charges, if any. These costs are not allocated to
the segments, as management excludes such costs when assessing the performance of the segments. Inter-segment transactions are generally recorded at amounts that approximate arm’s length transactions. The accounting policies for the segments are the same as for the Company taken as a whole.
Information about the Company’s three reportable segments for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 is as follows (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
 December 30,
2023		December 31,
2022
Net sales:
AMER$333,697 $389,662 
APAC552,484 641,904 
EMEA121,938 89,373 
Elimination of inter-segment sales(25,512)(27,014)
$982,607 $1,093,925 
  
Operating income (loss):
AMER$8,748 $17,415 
APAC71,418 78,406 
EMEA(236)(639)
Corporate and other costs(34,772)(37,841)
45,158 57,341 
Other income (expense):
Interest expense(7,617)(6,894)
Interest income808 934 
Miscellaneous, net(3,502)(1,944)
Income before income taxes$34,847 $49,437 
  
 December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
Total assets:
AMER$1,089,798 $1,124,555 
APAC1,665,865 1,696,795 
EMEA507,659 462,199 
Corporate and eliminations41,291 37,623 
$3,304,613 $3,321,172 
  
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Guarantees
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Guarantees [Abstract]  
Guarantees Guarantees
The Company offers certain indemnifications under its customer manufacturing agreements. In the normal course of business, the Company may from time to time be obligated to indemnify its customers or its customers’ customers against damages or liabilities arising out of the Company’s negligence, misconduct, breach of contract, or infringement of third-party intellectual property rights. Certain agreements have extended broader indemnification, and while most agreements have contractual limits, some do not. However, the Company generally does not provide for such indemnities and seeks indemnification from its customers for damages or liabilities arising out of the Company’s adherence to customers’ specifications or designs or use of materials furnished, or directed to be used, by its customers. The Company does not believe its obligations under such indemnities are material.
In the normal course of business, the Company also provides its customers a limited warranty covering workmanship, and in some cases materials, on products manufactured by the Company. Such warranty generally provides that products will be free from defects in the Company’s workmanship and meet mutually agreed-upon specifications for periods generally ranging from 12 months to 24 months. The Company’s obligation is generally limited to correcting, at its expense, any defect by repairing or replacing such defective product. The Company’s warranty generally excludes defects resulting from faulty customer-supplied components, design defects or damage caused by any party or cause other than the Company.
The Company provides an estimate of costs that may be incurred under its limited warranty at the time product revenue is recognized and establishes additional reserves for specifically identified product issues. These costs primarily include labor and materials, as necessary, associated with repair or replacement and are included in the Company's accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets in "other accrued liabilities." The primary factors that affect the Company’s warranty liability include the value and the number of shipped units and historical and anticipated rates of warranty claims. As these factors are impacted by actual experience and future expectations, the Company assesses the adequacy of its recorded warranty liabilities and adjusts the amounts as necessary.
Below is a table summarizing the activity related to the Company’s limited warranty liability for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Reserve balance, beginning of period$5,821 $6,925 
Accruals for warranties issued during the period946 727 
   Settlements (in cash or in kind) during the period(277)(1,131)
Reserve balance, end of period$6,490 $6,521 
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Shareholders' Equity
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]  
Shareholders' Equity Shareholders' Equity
On August 18, 2022, the Board of Directors approved a share repurchase program under which the Company is authorized to repurchase up to $50.0 million of its common stock (the "2023 Program"). The 2023 Program became effective immediately and has no expiration. During the three months ended December 30, 2023, the Company repurchased no shares under this program. During the three months ended December 31, 2022, the Company repurchased 115,723 shares under this program for $11.5 million at an average price of $99.12 per share. As of December 30, 2023, $5.7 million of authority remained under the 2023 Program.
All shares repurchased under the aforementioned program were recorded as treasury stock.
Refer to Note 15, "Subsequent Events," for further information regarding the 2024 Program announced by the Company on January 16, 2024.
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Trade Accounts Receivable Sale Programs
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Receivables [Abstract]  
Trade Accounts Receivable Sale Programs Trade Accounts Receivable Sale Programs
The Company has Master Accounts Receivable Purchase Agreements with MUFG Bank, New York Branch (formerly known as The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd.) (the "MUFG RPA"), HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited, Xiamen branch (the "HSBC RPA") and other unaffiliated financial institutions, under which the Company may elect to sell receivables at a discount. All facilities are uncommitted facilities. The maximum facility amount under the MUFG RPA is $340.0 million. The maximum facility amount under the HSBC RPA is $70.0 million. The MUFG RPA will be automatically extended each year unless any party gives no less than 10 days prior notice that the agreement should not be extended. The terms of the HSBC RPA are generally consistent with the terms of the MUFG RPA.
Transfers of receivables under the programs are accounted for as sales and, accordingly, receivables sold under the programs are excluded from accounts receivable on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets and are reflected as cash provided by operating activities on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows. Proceeds from the transfer reflect the face value of the receivables less a discount. The sale discount is recorded within "Miscellaneous, net" in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income in the period of the sale. The Company continues servicing receivables sold and performing all accounts receivable administrative functions, in exchange receives a servicing fee, under both the MUFG RPA and HSBC RPA. Servicing fees related to trade accounts receivable programs recognized during the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 were not material.
The Company sold $223.6 million and $185.6 million of trade accounts receivable under these programs, or their predecessors, during the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively, in exchange for cash proceeds of $221.0 million and $183.6 million, respectively. As of December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, $226.9 million and $196.8 million, respectively, of accounts receivables sold under trade accounts receivable programs and subject to servicing by the Company remained outstanding and had not yet been collected by MUFG Bank or HSBC Bank.
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Revenue from Contracts with Customers
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]  
Revenue from Contracts with Customers Revenue from Contracts with Customers
Revenue is recognized over time for arrangements with customers for which: (i) the Company's performance does not create an asset with an alternative use to the Company, and (ii) the Company has an enforceable right to payment, including reasonable profit margin, for performance completed to date. Revenue recognized over time is estimated based on costs incurred to date plus a reasonable profit margin. If either of the two conditions noted above are not met to recognize revenue over time, revenue is recognized following the transfer of control of such products to the customer, which typically occurs upon shipment or delivery depending on the terms of the underlying arrangement.
The Company recognizes revenue when a contract exists and when, or as, it satisfies a performance obligation by transferring control of a product or service to a customer. Contracts are accounted for when they have approval and commitment from both parties, the rights of the parties are identified, payment terms are identified, the contract has commercial substance and collectability of consideration is probable. A performance obligation is a promise in a contract to transfer a distinct good or service to the customer.
The Company generally enters into a master services arrangement that establishes the framework under which business will be conducted. These arrangements represent the master terms and conditions of the Company's services that apply to individual orders, but they do not commit the customer to work with, or to continue to work with, the Company nor do they obligate the customer to any specific volume or pricing of purchases. Moreover, these terms can be amended in appropriate situations.
Customer purchase orders are received for specific quantities with predominantly fixed pricing and delivery requirements. Thus, for the majority of our contracts, there is no guarantee of any revenue to the Company until a customer submits a purchase order. As a result, the Company generally considers its arrangement with a customer to be the combination of the master services arrangement and the purchase order. Most of the Company's arrangements with customers create a single performance obligation as the promise to transfer the individual manufactured product or service is capable of being distinct.
The Company’s performance obligations are satisfied over time as work progresses or at a point in time. A performance obligation is satisfied over time if the Company has an enforceable right to payment, including a reasonable profit margin. Determining if an enforceable right to payment includes a reasonable profit margin requires judgment and is assessed on a contract-by-contract basis.
Generally, there are no subjective customer acceptance requirements or further obligations related to goods or services provided; if such requirements or obligations exist, then a sale is recognized at the time when such requirements are completed and such obligations are fulfilled.
The Company does not allow for a general right of return. Net sales include amounts billed to customers for shipping and handling and out-of-pocket expenses. The corresponding shipping and handling costs and out-of-pocket expenses are included in cost of sales. Taxes assessed by a governmental authority that are both imposed on and concurrent with a specific revenue-producing transaction, that are collected by the Company from a customer, are excluded from net sales.
Contract Costs
For contracts requiring over time revenue recognition, the selection of the method to measure progress toward completion requires judgment and is based on the nature of the products or services to be provided. The Company uses a cost-based input measurement of progress because it best depicts the transfer of assets to the customer, which occurs as costs are incurred during the manufacturing process or as services are rendered. Under the cost-based measure of progress, the extent of progress toward completion is measured based on the costs incurred to date.
There were no other costs to obtain or fulfill customer contracts.
Disaggregated Revenue
The table below includes the Company’s revenue for the fiscal years indicated disaggregated by geographic reportable segment and market sector (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
December 30, 2023
Reportable Segment:
AMERAPACEMEATotal
Market Sector:
Healthcare/Life Sciences$165,607 $164,722 $50,604 $380,933 
Industrial83,901 304,758 46,000 434,659 
Aerospace/Defense82,721 60,692 23,602 167,015 
     External revenue332,229 530,172 120,206 982,607 
Inter-segment sales1,468 22,312 1,732 25,512 
    Segment revenue$333,697 $552,484 $121,938 $1,008,119 
Three Months Ended
December 31, 2022
Reportable Segment:
AMERAPACEMEATotal
Market Sector:
Healthcare/Life Sciences$215,381 $223,290 $49,196 $487,867 
Industrial103,027 350,584 18,471 472,082 
Aerospace/Defense68,022 45,654 20,300 133,976 
     External revenue386,430 619,528 87,967 1,093,925 
Inter-segment sales3,232 22,376 1,406 27,014 
    Segment revenue$389,662 $641,904 $89,373 $1,120,939 

For the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, approximately 84% and 81%, respectively, of the Company's revenue was recognized as products and services transferred over time.
Contract Balances
The timing of revenue recognition, billings and cash collections results in billed accounts receivable, contract assets and deferred revenue on the Company’s accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets.
Contract Assets: For performance obligations satisfied at a point in time, billing occurs subsequent to revenue recognition, at which point the customer has been billed and the resulting asset is recorded within accounts receivable. For performance obligations satisfied over time as work progresses, the Company has an unconditional right to payment, which results in the
recognition of contract assets. The following table summarizes the activity in the Company's contract assets during the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Contract assets, beginning of period$142,297 $138,540 
Revenue recognized during the period824,963 884,099 
Amounts collected or invoiced during the period(835,620)(903,623)
Contract assets, end of period$131,640 $119,016 
Deferred Revenue: Deferred revenue is recorded when consideration is received from a customer prior to transferring goods or services to the customer under the terms of the contract, which is included in advanced payments from customers on Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets. As of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023, the balance of advance payments from customers attributable to deferred revenue was $159.4 million and $158.7 million, respectively. The advance payment is not considered a significant financing component because it is used to meet working capital demands that can be higher in the early stages of a contract and to protect the company from the other party failing to adequately complete some or all of its obligations under the contract. Deferred revenue is recognized into revenue when all revenue recognition criteria are met. For performance obligations satisfied over time, recognition will occur as work progresses; otherwise deferred revenue will be recognized based upon shipping terms
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Subsequent Events
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Subsequent Events [Abstract]  
Subsequent Events Subsequent Events
On January 16, 2024, the Company announced an additional $50.0 million in share repurchase authority (the "2024 Program") that authorizes the repurchase of its common stock, leaving $55.7 million in repurchase authority available under the combined 2023 and 2024 Programs. The 2024 Program will commence upon completion of the 2023 Program.
During January 2024, the Company committed to a restructuring plan and anticipates incurring approximately $10.0 million of restructuring charges, which are primarily severance cash charges, during the second quarter of fiscal 2024.
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Basis of Presentation (Policies)
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Basis of Presentation
Basis of Presentation:
The accompanying Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included herein have been prepared by Plexus Corp. and its subsidiaries (together “Plexus” or the “Company”) without audit and pursuant to the rules and regulations of the United States (“U.S.”) Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). The accompanying Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements reflect all adjustments, which include normal recurring adjustments necessary for the fair statement of the condensed consolidated financial position of the Company as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023, the results of operations and shareholders' equity for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, and the cash flows for the same three month periods.

The Company’s fiscal year ends on the Saturday closest to September 30. The Company uses a “4-4-5” weekly accounting system for the interim periods in each quarter. Each quarter, therefore, ends on a Saturday at the end of the 4-4-5 period. Periodically, an additional week must be added to the fiscal year to re-align with the Saturday closest to September 30. All fiscal quarters presented herein included 13 weeks.
Certain information and footnote disclosures, normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America ("U.S. GAAP"), have been condensed or omitted pursuant to the SEC’s rules and regulations dealing with interim financial statements. However, the Company believes that the disclosures made in the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included herein are adequate to make the information presented not misleading. It is suggested that these Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements be read in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto included in the Company’s 2023 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
The preparation of financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto. The Company has considered information available as of the date of issuance of these financial statements and, other than the information disclosed in Note 15, "Subsequent Events", is not aware of any specific events or circumstances that would require an update to its estimates or judgments or a revision of the carrying value of its assets or liabilities. These estimates may change as new events occur and additional information becomes available. Actual results could differ materially from these estimates.
Reclassification
Reclassification:
Certain prior year amounts in the consolidated financial statements and notes thereto have been reclassified related to advanced payments from customers to conform to the current year's presentation.
Recently Adopted and Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted
Recently Adopted Accounting Pronouncements:
In September 2022, the FASB issued ASU 2022-04, which requires enhanced disclosures about supplier finance programs. The Company adopted this guidance during the first quarter of fiscal 2024 with no material impact to the Company's Consolidated Financial Statements; however, the impact of the new standard on future periods will depend on the facts and circumstances of future transactions.
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted:
In November 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-07, which requires enhanced disclosures for segment reporting. The guidance is effective for the Company beginning in the first quarter of fiscal 2025. We are currently evaluating the impact that the updated standard will have on our financial statement disclosures.
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, which requires enhanced disclosures for income taxes. The guidance is effective for the Company beginning in the first quarter of fiscal 2026. Early adoption is permitted. We are currently evaluating the impact that the updated standard will have on our financial statement disclosures.
The Company does not believe that any other recently issued accounting standards will have a material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements or apply to its operations.
Fair Value of Financial Instruments
Fair Value Measurements:
Fair value is defined as the exchange price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability (or exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. Valuation techniques used to measure fair value must maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs. The Company uses quoted market prices when available or discounted cash flows to calculate fair value. The accounting guidance establishes a fair value hierarchy based on three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value. The input levels are:
Level 1: Quoted (observable) market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2: Inputs other than Level 1 that are observable, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the asset or liability.
Level 3: Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the asset or liability.
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Inventories (Tables)
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]  
Schedule of Inventories
Inventories as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023 consisted of the following (in thousands):
December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
Raw materials$1,420,794 $1,409,638 
Work-in-process57,419 66,340 
Finished goods96,881 86,059 
Total inventories$1,575,094 $1,562,037 
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Debt, Finance Lease and Other Financing Obligations (Tables)
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Debt and Lease Obligation [Abstract]  
Schedule of Debt, Finance Lease and Other Financing Obligations
Debt and finance lease obligations as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023 consisted of the following (in thousands):
December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
4.05% Senior Notes, due June 15, 2025
$100,000 $100,000 
4.22% Senior Notes, due June 15, 2028
50,000 50,000 
Borrowings under the Credit Facility243,000 233,000 
Finance lease and other financing obligations51,324 49,233 
Unamortized deferred financing fees(1,087)(1,175)
Total obligations443,237 431,058 
Less: current portion(251,119)(240,205)
Long-term debt, finance lease and other financing obligations, net of current portion$192,118 $190,853 
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Derivatives and Fair Value Measurements (Tables)
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]  
Schedule of Fair Values of Derivative Instruments
The tables below present information regarding the fair values of derivative instruments and the effects of derivative instruments on the Company’s Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements:
Fair Values of Derivative Instruments (in thousands)
  Derivative AssetsDerivative Liabilities
    December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023		  December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
Derivatives designated as hedging instrumentsBalance sheet
classification		Fair ValueFair ValueBalance sheet
classification		Fair ValueFair Value
Foreign currency forward contractsPrepaid expenses and other$4,243 $2,610 Other accrued liabilities$826 $7,590 
Fair Values of Derivative Instruments (in thousands)
  Derivative AssetsDerivative Liabilities
    December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023		  December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
Derivatives not designated as hedging instrumentsBalance sheet
classification		Fair ValueFair ValueBalance sheet
classification		Fair ValueFair Value
Foreign currency forward contractsPrepaid expenses and other$4,421 $1,337 Other accrued liabilities$1,436 $2,669 
Schedule of Derivative Impact on Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income
The Effect of Cash Flow Hedge Accounting on Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss ("OCL") (in thousands)
for the Three Months Ended
Derivatives in cash flow hedging relationshipsAmount of Gain Recognized in OCL on Derivatives
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Foreign currency forward contracts$5,446 $6,150 
Schedule of Derivative Impact on Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income
Derivative Impact on Gain (Loss) Recognized in Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (in thousands)
for the Three Months Ended
Derivatives in cash flow hedging relationshipsClassification of Loss Reclassified from Accumulated OCL into IncomeAmount of Loss Reclassified from Accumulated OCL into Income 
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Foreign currency forward contractsCost of sales$(2,789)$(2,132)
Foreign currency forward contractsSelling and administrative expenses(162)(157)
Schedule of Amount of Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Recognized in Income
Derivatives not designated as hedging instrumentsLocation of Gain Recognized on Derivatives in IncomeAmount of Gain on Derivatives Recognized in Income
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Foreign currency forward contractsMiscellaneous, net$2,340 $747 
Schedule of Derivatives Fair Value Measurements Using Input Levels
The following table lists the fair values of the Company’s derivatives as of December 30, 2023 and September 30, 2023 by input level:
Fair Value Measurements Using Input Levels Asset / (Liability) (in thousands)
Fiscal period ended December 30, 2023
Level 1Level 2Level 3Total
Derivatives    
Foreign currency forward contracts$— $6,402 $— $6,402 
Fiscal period ended September 30, 2023
Derivatives
Foreign currency forward contracts$— $(6,312)$— $(6,312)
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Earnings Per Share (Tables)
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]  
Reconciliation of Amounts Utilized in Computation of Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share
The following is a reconciliation of the amounts utilized in the computation of basic and diluted earnings per share for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 (in thousands, except per share amounts):
Three Months Ended
 December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Net income$29,215 $42,190 
Basic weighted average common shares outstanding27,485 27,639 
Dilutive effect of share-based awards and options outstanding528 666 
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding28,013 28,305 
Earnings per share:
Basic$1.06 $1.53 
Diluted$1.04 $1.49 
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Leases (Tables)
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Leases [Abstract]  
Schedule of Lease Expense and Other Information
The components of lease expense for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 indicated were as follows (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
December 30,
2023		December 31,
2022
Finance lease expense:
   Amortization of right-of-use assets$1,518 $1,614 
   Interest on lease liabilities1,322 1,272 
Operating lease expense2,618 2,606 
Other lease expense2,062 1,766 
Total$7,520 $7,258 
Schedule of Lease Assets and Liabilities
The following tables sets forth the amount of lease assets and lease liabilities included in the Company’s Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (in thousands):
Financial Statement Line ItemDecember 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
ASSETS
   Finance lease assetsProperty, plant and equipment, net$39,835 $37,391 
   Operating lease assetsOperating lease right-of-use assets67,420 69,363 
      Total lease assets$107,255 $106,754 
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current
  Finance lease liabilitiesCurrent portion of long-term debt and finance lease obligations$5,034 $4,034 
Operating lease liabilitiesOther accrued liabilities9,172 8,363 
Non-current
  Finance lease liabilitiesLong-term debt and finance lease obligations, net of current portion41,144 39,271 
  Operating lease liabilitiesLong-term operating lease liabilities35,989 38,552 
        Total lease liabilities$91,339 $90,220 
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Reportable Segments (Tables)
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Schedule of Reportable Segments Information
Information about the Company’s three reportable segments for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 is as follows (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
 December 30,
2023		December 31,
2022
Net sales:
AMER$333,697 $389,662 
APAC552,484 641,904 
EMEA121,938 89,373 
Elimination of inter-segment sales(25,512)(27,014)
$982,607 $1,093,925 
  
Operating income (loss):
AMER$8,748 $17,415 
APAC71,418 78,406 
EMEA(236)(639)
Corporate and other costs(34,772)(37,841)
45,158 57,341 
Other income (expense):
Interest expense(7,617)(6,894)
Interest income808 934 
Miscellaneous, net(3,502)(1,944)
Income before income taxes$34,847 $49,437 
  
 December 30,
2023		September 30,
2023
Total assets:
AMER$1,089,798 $1,124,555 
APAC1,665,865 1,696,795 
EMEA507,659 462,199 
Corporate and eliminations41,291 37,623 
$3,304,613 $3,321,172 
  
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Guarantees (Tables)
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Guarantees [Abstract]  
Schedule of Activity Related to Limited Warranty Liability
Below is a table summarizing the activity related to the Company’s limited warranty liability for the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Reserve balance, beginning of period$5,821 $6,925 
Accruals for warranties issued during the period946 727 
   Settlements (in cash or in kind) during the period(277)(1,131)
Reserve balance, end of period$6,490 $6,521 
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Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Tables)
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]  
Schedule of Disaggregation of Revenue
The table below includes the Company’s revenue for the fiscal years indicated disaggregated by geographic reportable segment and market sector (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
December 30, 2023
Reportable Segment:
AMERAPACEMEATotal
Market Sector:
Healthcare/Life Sciences$165,607 $164,722 $50,604 $380,933 
Industrial83,901 304,758 46,000 434,659 
Aerospace/Defense82,721 60,692 23,602 167,015 
     External revenue332,229 530,172 120,206 982,607 
Inter-segment sales1,468 22,312 1,732 25,512 
    Segment revenue$333,697 $552,484 $121,938 $1,008,119 
Three Months Ended
December 31, 2022
Reportable Segment:
AMERAPACEMEATotal
Market Sector:
Healthcare/Life Sciences$215,381 $223,290 $49,196 $487,867 
Industrial103,027 350,584 18,471 472,082 
Aerospace/Defense68,022 45,654 20,300 133,976 
     External revenue386,430 619,528 87,967 1,093,925 
Inter-segment sales3,232 22,376 1,406 27,014 
    Segment revenue$389,662 $641,904 $89,373 $1,120,939 
Schedule of Contract Assets The following table summarizes the activity in the Company's contract assets during the three months ended December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 (in thousands):
Three Months Ended
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Contract assets, beginning of period$142,297 $138,540 
Revenue recognized during the period824,963 884,099 
Amounts collected or invoiced during the period(835,620)(903,623)
Contract assets, end of period$131,640 $119,016 
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Inventories - Schedule of Inventories (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Dec. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2023
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]    
Raw materials $ 1,420,794 $ 1,409,638
Work-in-process 57,419 66,340
Finished goods 96,881 86,059
Total inventories $ 1,575,094 $ 1,562,037
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Inventories - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Dec. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2023
Inventory [Line Items]    
Advanced payments from customers $ 709,709 $ 760,351
Inventory    
Inventory [Line Items]    
Advanced payments from customers $ 541,300 $ 590,200
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Debt, Finance Lease and Other Financing Obligations - Schedule of Debt, Finance Lease and Other Financing Obligations (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Dec. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2023
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Long-term debt, gross $ 393,000 $ 383,000
Finance lease and other financing obligations 51,324 49,233
Unamortized deferred financing fees (1,087) (1,175)
Total obligations 443,237 431,058
Current portion of long-term debt and finance lease obligations (251,119) (240,205)
Long-term debt, finance lease and other financing obligations, net of current portion 192,118 190,853
Senior Notes | 4.05% Senior Notes, due June 15, 2025    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Long-term debt, gross $ 100,000 $ 100,000
Interest Rate, Senior Notes 4.05% 4.05%
Senior Notes | 4.22% Senior Notes, due June 15, 2028    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Long-term debt, gross $ 50,000 $ 50,000
Interest Rate, Senior Notes 4.22% 4.22%
Line of Credit | Borrowings under the Credit Facility    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Long-term debt, gross $ 243,000 $ 233,000
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Debt, Finance Lease and Other Financing Obligations- Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2023
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Fair value of debt $ 388,200 $ 374,300
Long-term debt, gross $ 393,000 $ 383,000
Credit facility, term 5 years  
Revolving Credit Facility    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Highest daily borrowings $ 343,000  
Average daily borrowings $ 284,100  
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Derivatives and Fair Value Measurements - Schedule of Fair Values of Derivative Instruments (Details) - Foreign Exchange Forward [Member] - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Dec. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2023
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments    
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]    
Fair value of derivative asset $ 3,000  
Fair value of derivative liability   $ 1,300
Prepaid expenses and other | Derivatives designated as hedging instruments    
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]    
Fair value of derivative asset 4,243 2,610
Prepaid expenses and other | Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments    
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]    
Fair value of derivative asset 4,421 1,337
Other accrued liabilities | Derivatives designated as hedging instruments    
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]    
Fair value of derivative liability 826 7,590
Other accrued liabilities | Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments    
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]    
Fair value of derivative liability $ 1,436 $ 2,669
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Derivatives and Fair Value Measurements - Schedule of Derivative Impact on Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Foreign Exchange Forward [Member] | Derivatives designated as hedging instruments | Derivatives in cash flow hedging relationships    
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]    
Amount of Gain Recognized in OCL on Derivatives $ 5,446 $ 6,150
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Derivatives and Fair Value Measurements - Schedule of Derivative Impact on Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income (Details) - Derivatives designated as hedging instruments - Derivatives in cash flow hedging relationships - Foreign Exchange Forward [Member] - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Cost of sales    
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]    
Amount of Loss Reclassified from Accumulated OCL into Income  $ (2,789) $ (2,132)
Derivative Instrument, Gain (Loss) Reclassified from AOCI into Income, Effective Portion, Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Cost of sales Cost of sales
Selling and administrative expenses    
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]    
Amount of Loss Reclassified from Accumulated OCL into Income  $ (162) $ (157)
Derivative Instrument, Gain (Loss) Reclassified from AOCI into Income, Effective Portion, Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Selling and administrative expenses Selling and administrative expenses
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Derivatives and Fair Value Measurements - Schedule of Amount of Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Recognized in Income (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments | Miscellaneous, net | Foreign Exchange Forward [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Amount of Gain on Derivatives Recognized in Income $ 2,340 $ 747
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Derivatives and Fair Value Measurements - Schedule of Fair Value Measurements Using Input Levels (Details) - Recurring - Foreign Exchange Forward [Member] - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Dec. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2023
Derivative Asset $ 6,402  
Derivative Liability   $ 6,312
Level 1    
Derivative Liability 0 0
Level 2    
Derivative Asset 6,402  
Derivative Liability   6,312
Level 3    
Derivative Liability $ 0 $ 0
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Derivatives and Fair Value Measurements - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2023
Estimated unrealized gains (losses), net of tax, expected to be reclassified in the next 12 months $ 3,400  
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments | Derivatives in cash flow hedging relationships | Foreign Exchange Forward [Member]    
Notional amount of forward exchange contracts 200,600 $ 215,400
Fair value of derivative asset 3,400  
Fair value of derivative liability   5,000
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments | Foreign Exchange Forward [Member]    
Notional amount of forward exchange contracts 175,800 145,500
Fair value of derivative asset $ 3,000  
Fair value of derivative liability   $ 1,300
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Income Taxes - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]    
Income tax expense $ 5,632 $ 7,247
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Percent 16.20% 14.70%
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Period Increase (Decrease) $ 700  
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Earnings Per Share - Reconciliation of Amounts Utilized in Computation of Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, shares in Thousands, $ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]    
Net income $ 29,215 $ 42,190
Basic weighted average common shares outstanding (in shares) 27,485 27,639
Dilutive effect of share-based awards and options outstanding (in shares) 528 666
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding (in shares) 28,013 28,305
Earnings per share:    
Basic (in dollars per share) $ 1.06 $ 1.53
Diluted (in dollars per share) $ 1.04 $ 1.49
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Earnings Per Share - Narrative (Details) - shares
shares in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]    
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Diluted Earnings Per Share 0 0
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Leases Schedule of Lease Expense and Other Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Leases [Abstract]    
Amortization of right-of-use assets $ 1,518 $ 1,614
Interest on lease liabilities 1,322 1,272
Operating lease expense 2,618 2,606
Other lease expense 2,062 1,766
Total lease expense $ 7,520 $ 7,258
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Leases Schedule of Lease Assets and Liabilities (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Dec. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2023
Assets and Liabilities, Leases [Abstract]    
Finance lease right-of-use assets $ 39,835 $ 37,391
Operating lease right-of-use assets 67,420 69,363
Total lease Assets 107,255 106,754
Current finance lease liabilities $ 5,034 $ 4,034
Finance Lease, Liability, Current, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Current portion of long-term debt and finance lease obligations Current portion of long-term debt and finance lease obligations
Current operating lease liabilities $ 9,172 $ 8,363
Operating Lease, Liability, Current, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible List] Other accrued liabilities Other accrued liabilities
Long-term finance lease liabilities $ 41,144 $ 39,271
Finance Lease, Liability, Noncurrent, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Long-term debt and finance lease obligations, net of current portion Long-term debt and finance lease obligations, net of current portion
Long-term operating lease liabilities $ 35,989 $ 38,552
Total lease liabilities $ 91,339 $ 90,220
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Share-Based Compensation - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Compensation Related Costs [Abstract]    
Share-based Compensation Expense $ 5,300 $ 5,800
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Reportable Segments - Schedule of Reportable Segments Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Sep. 30, 2023
Net sales $ 982,607 $ 1,093,925  
Operating income (loss): 45,158 57,341  
Total assets 3,304,613   $ 3,321,172
Other income (expense):      
Interest expense (7,617) (6,894)  
Interest income 808 934  
Miscellaneous, net (3,502) (1,944)  
Income before income taxes 34,847 49,437  
Elimination of inter-segment sales      
Net sales (25,512) (27,014)  
Corporate and other costs      
Operating income (loss): (34,772) (37,841)  
Corporate and eliminations      
Total assets 41,291   37,623
AMER | Operating Segments      
Net sales 333,697 389,662  
Operating income (loss): 8,748 17,415  
Total assets 1,089,798   1,124,555
APAC | Operating Segments      
Net sales 552,484 641,904  
Operating income (loss): 71,418 78,406  
Total assets 1,665,865   1,696,795
EMEA | Operating Segments      
Net sales 121,938 89,373  
Operating income (loss): (236) $ (639)  
Total assets $ 507,659   $ 462,199
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Reportable Segments - Narrative (Details)
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
segment
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Number of reportable segments 3
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Guarantees - Schedule of Activity Related to Limited Warranty Liability (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Movement in Standard Product Warranty Accrual [Roll Forward]    
Limited warranty liability, beginning balance $ 5,821 $ 6,925
Accruals for warranties issued during the period 946 727
Settlements (in cash or in kind) during the period (277) (1,131)
Limited warranty liability, ending balance $ 6,490 $ 6,521
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Guarantees - Narrative (Details)
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Minimum  
Product Warranty Liability [Line Items]  
Product warranty specification period 12 months
Maximum  
Product Warranty Liability [Line Items]  
Product warranty specification period 24 months
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Shareholders' Equity - Narrative (Details) - 2023 Stock Repurchase Program - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Aug. 18, 2022
Equity, Class of Treasury Stock [Line Items]      
Authorized repurchase amount     $ 50,000
Amount repurchased (in shares) 0 115,723  
Amount repurchased   $ 11,500  
Average repurchase price (in dollars per share)   $ 99.12  
Remaining authorized repurchase amount $ 5,700    
v3.24.0.1
Trade Accounts Receivable Sale Programs - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Amount Received From Trade Accounts Receivable Sold To Third Party [Line Items]    
Trade accounts receivable sold $ 223,600 $ 185,600
Cash proceeds 221,000 183,600
Trade accounts receivable sold, not yet collected 226,900 $ 196,800
MUFG RPA    
Amount Received From Trade Accounts Receivable Sold To Third Party [Line Items]    
Maximum facility amount $ 340,000  
Minimum prior notice required to cancel automatic extension 10 days  
HSBC RPA    
Amount Received From Trade Accounts Receivable Sold To Third Party [Line Items]    
Maximum facility amount $ 70,000  
v3.24.0.1
Revenue from Contracts with Customers - Schedule of Disaggregation of Revenue (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer $ 1,008,119 $ 1,120,939
Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 982,607 1,093,925
Elimination of inter-segment sales    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 25,512 27,014
Healthcare/Life Sciences | Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 380,933 487,867
Industrial | Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 434,659 472,082
Aerospace/Defense | Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 167,015 133,976
AMER    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 333,697 389,662
AMER | Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 332,229 386,430
AMER | Elimination of inter-segment sales    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 1,468 3,232
AMER | Healthcare/Life Sciences | Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 165,607 215,381
AMER | Industrial | Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 83,901 103,027
AMER | Aerospace/Defense | Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 82,721 68,022
APAC    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 552,484 641,904
APAC | Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 530,172 619,528
APAC | Elimination of inter-segment sales    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 22,312 22,376
APAC | Healthcare/Life Sciences | Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 164,722 223,290
APAC | Industrial | Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 304,758 350,584
APAC | Aerospace/Defense | Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 60,692 45,654
EMEA    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 121,938 89,373
EMEA | Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 120,206 87,967
EMEA | Elimination of inter-segment sales    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 1,732 1,406
EMEA | Healthcare/Life Sciences | Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 50,604 49,196
EMEA | Industrial | Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer 46,000 18,471
EMEA | Aerospace/Defense | Operating Segments    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Revenue from Contract with Customer $ 23,602 $ 20,300
v3.24.0.1
Revenue from Contracts with Customers - Schedule of Contract Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Sep. 30, 2023
Oct. 01, 2022
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]        
Contract assets $ 131,640 $ 119,016 $ 142,297 $ 138,540
Revenue recognized 824,963 884,099    
Amounts collected or invoiced $ (835,620) $ (903,623)    
v3.24.0.1
Revenue from Contracts with Customers - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Dec. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Deferred Revenue $ 159,400 $ 158,700
Transferred over Time    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Percentage of Revenue 84.00% 81.00%
v3.24.0.1
Subsequent Events (Details) - Subsequent Event - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 3 Months Ended
Mar. 30, 2024
Jan. 16, 2024
Subsequent Event [Line Items]    
Restructuring Charges $ 10,000  
2024 Stock Repurchase Program    
Subsequent Event [Line Items]    
Authorized repurchase amount   $ 50,000
Remaining authorized repurchase amount   $ 55,700
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