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Plexus Receives UTC Supplier Gold Status
December 13, 2017 | Plexus Corp.Estimated reading time: Less than a minute
UTC Aerospace Systems has recognized Plexus Corp.'s Riverside facility in Penang, Malaysia with UTC Supplier Gold status. UTC Aerospace Systems is one of the world's largest suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and defense products.
UTC Supplier Gold status program recognizes suppliers for world-class, integrated supply chain performance. To achieve Supplier Gold status, suppliers must achieve zero escapes (quality rejections), 100% on-time delivery, overall customer satisfaction and a score greater than or equal to 80% on a supplier health assessment.
Y.J. Lim, Plexus' Regional President in APAC, commented, "We are proud to receive this prestigious, performance recognition from UTC Aerospace Systems. It is a reflection of our commitment to deliver operational excellence and customer service excellence to enable our customers' success. We are honored that UTC has recognized Plexus' performance as a world-class partner in the aerospace industry."
'At UTC Aerospace Systems, our suppliers are critical to our success and the success of our customers," said Sarfraz Nawaz, vice president of supply chain. "We count on our suppliers to provide innovative product solutions, consistent on-time delivery and continuous improvement. Our team greatly appreciates the high level of support provided by the team at Plexus."
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