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CONTROLS TECHNOLOGIES DIVISION

Manufacturers of Sensors and Gauges

SINTERED SPECIALTIES DIVISION

Manufacturers of Powdered Metal Components

A FORWARD THINKING COMPANY

We develop solutions for the Automotive and Industrial Markets

SSI Technologies, LLC

SSI Technologies, LLC, (SSI) is a privately-held company incorporated in Janesville, Wisconsin, USA. SSI has two operating divisions: Controls Technologies Division and Sintered Specialties Division. The company has approximately 700 employees, and operates from three facilities in Janesville with over 400,000 square feet of combined manufacturing and office space.

CONTROLS TECHNOLOGIES DIVISION

The Controls Technologies Division of SSI, designs and manufactures pressure, level and magnetic sensors, sensor-based monitoring systems, digital pressure gauges, and digital level gauges for automotive and industrial applications.

SINTERED SPECIALTIES DIVISION

The Sintered Specialties Division of SSI, designs and manufactures powdered-metal components. We combine stainless steel powder and science with modern operational technology to manufacture high volume sintered products for automotive and industrial global markets.

PHILOSOPHY

LEADERSHIP

We recognize that our greatest challenge, our greatest responsibility, and our greatest opportunity for prolonged success are the development, empowerment and fulfillment of all stakeholders.

We lead with vision and integrity. We will hold ourselves and those that work with us accountable to the highest standards of ethics to build our business on a foundation of trust. We love the journey, seeing every problem as an opportunity while our personal mission keeps us in the learning mode.

We communicate the need for accomplishment by embracing our vision, core values and guiding principles. Our leadership is demonstrated through our passion and commitment to accomplishing our goals.

CORE VALUES

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Our success depends directly on how well we anticipate and exceed the expectations of both our external and internal customers.

Customers

We will provide the opportunity for growth and success to all Team Members, suppliers, customers and shareholders.We always do what is right for SSI.

Stakeholder

We conduct our business openly and honestly and do what is right.We strive for a "win/win" solution in our dealings with our customers, suppliers and each other.We take responsibility in meeting our commitments.

Integrity

We treat each other with respect and dignity.We empower our Team MembersAll Team Members have a stake in our organization's success.We will maintain a healthy and safe environment in our workplace.We strive to continuously improve our competence through education and experience.We recognize and celebrate accomplishments.A strong work ethic is essential to our success.

Team members

We strive to be the best in everything
we do.Details are critical to execution; they are the nuts and bolts of a job well done.We take pride in accomplishing our goals and objectives.We have a sense of urgency in everything we do.

Excellence

We practice frequent and honest communication with our customers, suppliers and each other.We clearly and continually communicate the vision.

Communication

We encourage innovation and creativity to exceed the expectations of our customers, with the understanding that there will be occasional mistakes as we implement our ideas.We will accomplish what has to be accomplished with the tools and resources available.We are winners; wherever there is an adversarial belief, myth or practice that impedes our path, we will overcome it.

Innovation

Rapid and constant improvement of our products and processes is key to staying ahead of competition, while providing increased value to our customers.We work together to fix the problem not the blame.

ContinuousImprovement

We will involve ourselves in our community, while at the same time promoting a better quality of life and a safer environment.

Community

PAST PRESENT FUTURE

2015: SSI Technologies Expands in the Czech Republic

SSI expands operations into the Usti region of the Czech Republic by building a 60,000 square foot facility for the manufacture of Adblue level and concentration sensors and integrated combination level and concentration sensor and heater module products for its European customer base.

1982

Sintered Specialties Inc. purchased from Parker Pen Corporation on April 1, 1982 by David Baum and several other partners. Operations were conducted from 3330 Palmer Drive, Janesville, Wisconsin, with initial year sales of $4 million.

1983

Sintered Specialties recognized as the recipient of the Ford Q1 Supply Award; key products produced for Ford included spark delay, air supply and poppet valves.

1984

Name of the company formally changed to SSI Technologies, Inc. (“SSI”), with David Baum becoming the sole owner of the company. SSI forms two distinct divisions: Sintered Specialties Division (“SSD”), a manufacturer of powder metal components, and Controls Technologies Division, a designer and manufacturer of a variety of sensors and control devices.

1985

SSI introduces its initial Anti-Lock Brake Sensor (“ABS”) product offering to the automotive industry.

1987

SSI named GM World Class Supplier.

1989

SSI launches its first cabled ABS wheel speed sensor from its 3330 Palmer Drive, Janesville, facility.

1990

SSI expands its operations, with the construction of a 60,000 square foot manufacturing operation at 3200 Palmer Drive, Janesville, Wisconsin.

1993

SSI achieves GM Targets of Excellence Award and a number of other significant supplier awards.

1994

The Controls Technologies Division facility at 3200 Palmer Drive expands to 80,000 square feet in order to accommodate significant ABS-related growth.

1995

SSD launches a new stainless steel exhaust components business, while the Controls Technologies Division introduces a new pressure sensor offering.

1996

GM awards its prestigious Supplier of the Year designation to SSI; SSI is also the recipient of other significant supplier awards.

1997

For the second consecutive year, GM designates SSI as Supplier of the Year. Controls Technologies earns QS 9000 Certification, while SSD receives MPIF’s Grand Prize for Exhaust Components, earning national recognition in the North American exhaust market. Controls Technologies earns QS 9000 Certification.

1998

SSD earns QS 9000 Certification and adds 22,500 square foot to its facility at 3330 Palmer Drive, Janesville, Wisconsin, in order to support an expanding exhaust system components business.

1999

SSI commences development of, what becomes, a significant portfolio of ultrasonic sensing products.

2000

Controls Technologies establishes SSI Technologias de Mexico, a 40,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Chihuahua, Mexico.

2001

SSI Technologias de Mexico awarded QS 9000 Certification.

2002

Controls Technologies introduces its first generation electric power steering (“EPS”) sensor.

2003

Controls Technologies introduces its initial ultrasonic sensor product for the railway industry and its second generation EPS sensor.

2004

SSI Technologias de Mexico expands operations to 80,000 square feet.

2006

The automotive sensors business of Controls Technologies, including its Mexican operations, is sold to Bourns, Inc., with remaining Controls Technologies’ operations relocated to a leased facility in Janesville, Wisconsin.

2007

Ultrasonic sensor products continue to expand into a variety of on and off-highway applications

2009

SSD acquires the book of business of Hazen Powder Parts and, in several expansions, increases its manufacturing facility to 125,000 square feet.

2010

Controls Technologies is the first to introduce Adblue level sensors in production quantities.

2011

SSI reacquires its former 3200 Palmer Drive facility from Bourns, Inc. and commissions it as its corporate headquarters, administrative offices and adjunct manufacturing facility; all SSI operations earn TS 16949 Certification.

2012

SSI acquires a 70,000 square foot facility at 1309 Plainfield Avenue, Janesville, Wisconsin and relocates its Controls Technologies operations from leased premises; Controls Technologies introduces the industry’s first (a) Adblue combination level and concentration sensor and (b) an integrated combination level, concentration sensor and heater module. Representation for the Company’s products expands to Europe, South America and the Pacific Rim. The Controls Technologies Division opens an Engineering and Technical Center in Plymouth, Michigan.

2013

Controls Technologies is the first in the industry to introduce a standalone Adblue concentration sensor.

2013

SSI’s Controls Technologies Division receives Harley-Davidson’s 2013 Supplier Excellence Award.

2014

SSI adds additional administrative and manufacturing space by acquiring a 125,000 square foot building adjacent to its Palmer Drive campus to support continued growth in its SSD operations, while Controls Technologies opens an Engineering and Technical Center in Munich, Germany.

2015

2016

SSI’s Czech Republic manufacturing operation launches its first Adblue products in late 2016.

CAREERS

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SSI – A Positive Work Environment

Why SSI

At SSI Technologies, LLC we offer exciting opportunities for career growth and development. We believe that investing in our employees is truly an investment in the future success of SSI. Through on-going performance feedback, reimbursement for continued education, and opportunities for internal career advancement; SSI offers the necessary tools for our employees to achieve a variety of individualized career goals. We are an organization of learners who strive to improve our competencies through education and experience. All of our employees have a stake in our organization’s success and we take time to recognize and celebrate our accomplishments.

The work environment at SSI is fast-paced, progressive and centered on pro-actively solving problems in pursuit of continuous improvement. At SSI Technologies, we are committed to empowering our employees to achieve and surpass their greatest potential and to take charge of their futures while providing a healthy and safe work environment. If you are a forward-thinking and energetic individual enthusiastic about career growth and development; we encourage you to apply for a position within our organization.

SSI Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer for minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Benefits Overview

Our comprehensive benefit plan offers a generous vacation package after 60 days, medical and dental coverage with a voluntary vision package for exam, glasses, and contacts, 401K, flex-spending accounts and short and long term disability packages.

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