Purchasing Terms & Conditions
A. SUB-TIER CONTROL
The supplier shall be responsible for flow down of all the requirements and provisions of the Plastek purchase order applicable to the supplier’s sub-contractors. Additionally, the supplier shall comply with special processor requirements when imposed (e.g. – NADCAP, AMS, Customer approvals, etc.).
B. SUPPLIER NON-CONFORMANCE APPROVAL REQUESTS
The supplier shall notify Plastek of non-conforming material and obtain approval for disposition.
C. RECORDS RETENTION
The Supplier shall maintain adequate records of all aspects of the fulfillment of the purchase order for a period of not less than seven (7) years from the closing of the purchase order unless stated otherwise on the purchase order.
D. RIGHT OF ACCESS
During the performance of a purchase order, your Quality Assurance or Inspection and Manufacturing processes are subject to review, verification, and analysis by Plastek, Plastek customers, and/or Government/Regulatory Agency representative(s). This requirement is applicable to your facilities where Plastek products and services are processed as well as your sub-tier facilities. This ‘Right of Access’ must be flowed down to all the sub-tiers that you utilize in performance of the contract.
E. PROCESS CHANGES
Any changes to the product, process, suppliers, or facility that could impact ability of product to meet Plastek’s requirements must be communicated to Plastek for approval.
F. COMMUNICATION OF CHANGES OR DELAYS
Any delays to Purchase Order dates are to be communicated to Plastek. Delays to promised or agreed dates affect our delivery to our customer; communicating changes in advance of expected delivery allows Plastek to communicate changes to our customer.
G. CERTIFICATIONS
Material and process certifications are required for all purchase orders issued by Plastek. Certificate of Conformance requirements are noted on the PO.
H. PREVENTION OF COUNTERFEIT PARTS
Supplier shall prevent the use of counterfeit parts.
I. QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Suppliers and sub-tiers are expected to be compliant and/or implement a quality management system, i.e., ISO, AS, NADCAP, when required by customer contract.
J. SUPPLIER PERFORMANCE
Supplier performance is monitored for on time delivery and quality. Suppliers not meeting expectations are monitored for improvement and communicated any issues. Suppliers unable to meet expectations may be removed from the approved supplier list.
K. CUSTOMER DESIGNATED or APPROVED SUPPLIERS
Suppliers and sub tiers are required to use customer designated or approved suppliers as required by customer contract.
L. ETHICAL BEHAVIOR
Suppliers ensure their personnel are aware of the contribution to product/service conformity, product safety and the importance of ethical behavior.