Supplier Requirements & Terms and Conditions

Supplier Quality Requirements and Terms of Purchase

These Supplier Quality Requirements and Terms of Purchase define the requirements, quality expectations, and flow-down obligations applicable to all suppliers providing materials, special processes, or services to Schott Manufacturing Solutions. Acceptance of any purchase order constitutes acceptance of these requirements.

1. Scope

These requirements apply to all suppliers providing materials, special processes, or services to Schott Manufacturing Solutions.

2. Acceptance of Terms

Acceptance of any purchase order, shipment, or performance of work constitutes acceptance of these Supplier Quality Requirements and Terms of Purchase.

3. Quality Management System Requirements

Suppliers shall maintain a quality management system compliant with AS9100, ISO 9001, or other applicable standards as required. Suppliers shall ensure that all personnel are qualified and that processes are controlled.

4. Flow-Down of Requirements (AS9100 8.4)

Suppliers shall flow down all applicable requirements to sub-tier suppliers, including customer requirements, regulatory requirements, and technical specifications. Suppliers are responsible for ensuring compliance throughout their supply chain.

5. Approved Supplier Scope

Suppliers shall only perform work within their approved scope as defined by Schott Manufacturing Solutions' supplier approval system.

6. Documentation and Records

Suppliers shall provide Certificates of Conformance and any required documentation, including material certifications, inspection reports, and test data. Records shall be retained and made available upon request.

7. Nonconforming Product

Suppliers shall notify Schott Manufacturing Solutions of any nonconforming product and obtain approval prior to shipment of any nonconforming items.

8. Right of Access

Schott Manufacturing Solutions, its customers, and regulatory authorities reserve the right to access supplier facilities, records, and processes for verification purposes.

9. Counterfeit Parts Prevention

Suppliers shall ensure that all materials and components are authentic and traceable and shall prevent the use of counterfeit or suspect parts.

10. Changes

Suppliers shall notify Schott Manufacturing Solutions of changes to processes, materials, facilities, ownership, or key personnel that may affect product quality.

11. Purchase Order Reference

All purchase orders issued by Schott Manufacturing Solutions incorporate these Supplier Quality Requirements and Terms of Purchase by reference. The latest version is maintained on this website.