About

U.S. based SGE is a designer, supplier and distributor of custom electro-mechanical components and assemblies, specializing in decorative and functional plastics, as well as rubber products. From components to assemblies, SGE serves automotive tier 1/2 suppliers and customers in industrial, medical, marine, aviation, packaging and other industries.

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SGE Advantage

SGE services brings value to our customers and manufacturing partners that enable them to transact their business as effectively as possible.  Our engineering resources ensure world-class designs, components and assemblies. Lean manufacturing principles, continuous cost improvement programs, and flexible supply chain solutions help secure competitive pricing throughout the program life of each product.

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Team

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Stan Sappington President
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Stan Sappington President
  • BSEE Memphis State University
  • 29 years of industry experience, 26 in automotive
  • Knowledgebase: Decorative plastics, silicone rubber keypads, automotive switch assemblies and PCB’s
  • Shareholder
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David Robinson Sr. Project Engineer
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David Robinson Sr. Project Engineer
  • BSEE Memphis State University
  • MBA Millsaps College
  • 30 years of industry experience, 25 years in automotive
  • Knowledgebase: Silicone rubber keypads, decorative plastics, automotive switch assemblies and PCB’s
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Jason Wright Vice President
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Jason Wright Vice President
  • BSME Christian Brothers University
  • 21 years of automotive experience
  • Knowledgebase: Silicone rubber keypads, decorative plastics, automotive switch assemblies and PCB’s
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Brent Vaughan Project Engineer
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Brent Vaughan Project Engineer
  • BSME Christian Brothers University
  • 22 years of automotive experience
  • Knowledgebase: Silicone rubber keypads, decorative plastics and automotive switch assemblies
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David Hardin Advantage Manufacturing - General Manager
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David Hardin Advantage Manufacturing - General Manager
  • BS Bethel University
  • 40 years of Plastics Experience (30 Years Food, Medical and Pharmaceutical containers; 6 Years Blow Molding; 4 Years Specialty Packaging (Tupperware))
  • Operation: Multi-Disciplined Leader of Facilities Improvement focused on Safety, Quality and Regulatory Compliance
  • Technical Skills: Injection and Blow Molding Processes and Tooling
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Brian Kuykendall Supply Chain Specialist Manager
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Brian Kuykendall Supply Chain Specialist Manager
  • AASMET State Technical Institute at Memphis
  • 22 Years of Automotive Industry Experience
  • Knowledgebase: 3-D design of silicone rubber keypads and decorative plastics, computer application development, quality testing and analysis, supply chain management
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Chris Stiller Director of Business Development
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Chris Stiller Director of Business Development
  • BS Indiana University
  • 23 Years Industrial Experience
  • 14 Years Automotive
  • Knowledge Base: Plastics, Metals, Sales Management, International Business Development, Acquisitions
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Darren DeCoste Project Engineer
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Darren DeCoste Project Engineer
  • BSEET State University of New York
  • 23 years of experience
  • Knowledgebase: Silicone rubber keypads, decorative plastics and automotive switch assemblies.
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Robert Arbuckle Business Development Manager
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Robert Arbuckle Business Development Manager
  • 37 years experience in sales management, supply chain management, and manufacturing operations management
  • Industry experience in medical device, packaging, general plastics, aerospace, automotive, and building materials
  • Knowledgeable in a variety of plastics materials and processes, and managing global sourcing activities
  • Wichita State University and Bethel Collage
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