| MAHLE's commitment to quality extends to every process and every product. Our goal of supplying advanced components with zero defects is achieved through continuous improvement programs, intensive operator training and customer and supplier input. Our North American facilities in Ramos Arizpe, Mexico; Farmington Hills, Michigan and Morristown, Tennessee are TS16949 certified - which provide the foundation for our quality system. Generous investments sustain and improve both our quality system and the long-term partnerships we enjoy with valued customers and suppliers. Through the use of Statistical Process Control (SPC), defect prevention is given priority over defect detection. This leads to a high level of confidence internally and externally in our commitment to provide products that meet or exceed expectations. Every MAHLE associate plays an important role in our quality system. Extensive training programs empower our employees to fully participate and contribute to maintaining our quality standards. Supplier participation is a key to maintaining our quality standards. Vendors of raw materials and products are required to have applicable quality certifications and pass MAHLE's supplier certification review. MAHLE is recognized annually through customer and industry awards. The most important award for us is the continued satisfaction of our customers. |