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Climate may be cold or hot depending on outside temperature.\nExposed to dust, odors, fumes and noise associated with the extrusion and fabrication manufacturing processes.\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.\nCOMPANY OVERVIEW\nPerformance Elastomers - www.performanceelastomers.com\nLocated in Ravenna, Ohio, Performance Elastomers Corporation (PEC) was acquired by Pexco in 2021. PEC specializes in the manufacture of dense and sponge elastomer products, including both rubber-based and thermoplastic elastomers (\"TPEs\"), used in recreational vehicle, automotive aftermarket, marine and heavy equipment applications.\nEstablished in 1992, PEC began with a single extruder in a 10,000 square foot building. Today, PEC operates 15 extruders in facilities spanning over 100,000 square feet, providing a wide array of secondary and fabrication services as well as in-house tool and die capabilities.\nPexco, LLC (Parent Company) - www.pexco.com\nPexco is a leading component supplier across a variety of industrial end markets and applications with production facilities in the US, Mexico, and Canada. The Company is primarily engaged in designing and manufacturing not only extruded plastic (commodity to high-performance) tubes and profiles through an expansive twelve-site footprint but also specializes in the injection molding of high-performance polymer parts. In addition, Pexco offers a wide range of differentiated, value-added services, including design, prototyping, die building, sub-assembly, fabrication and supply chain management. Moreover, Pexco has developed deep expertise in processing PTFE rod, tube, sheet, tape, and pipe, as well as in rubber extrusion serving the RV and other industries.\nPexco’s innovative products are utilized in fluid handling, electrical insulation, traffic safety, infrastructure, and lighting applications across aerospace & defense, medical, electronics & semiconductors, mobility, environmental testing, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, and other high-growth end-markets. The Company sells directly to more than 2,000 customers, including OEMs and end-users, as well as through distribution in certain markets.\nPexco has built an industry-leading reputation through its focus on short-run products with rapid turnarounds, tight tolerances, material science expertise, and a high degree of operational complexity. The company has a proven track record of growing its core segments and entering attractive new verticals over time to gain an increased share of a $10 billion total addressable market.\nPexco’s strategy is to consistently deliver compelling customer value within both our core and strategic market segments. Continuous improvement and ease of doing business (internal and external), remain a consistent operating theme for Pexco.\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.\nPexco is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. 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