Hart Door Systems has appointed John Rafferty, as production manager. The company, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, is a manufacturer of commercial and industrial doors.
Having worked in similar roles at Unipres, NSK Europe and ADM Pressings Ltd, John has experience of managing and monitoring processes and using this to identify efficiencies in manufacturing operations. In his new role with the firm, John will be tasked with quality control and standardisation methods.
John Rafferty, pictured, said: “After more than 20 years of working largely in the automotive sector, I’m looking forward to joining Hart Door Systems and applying my knowledge to its bespoke manufacturing processes. I was drawn to the company because it is family-run, has a well-established reputation for innovation and a commitment to market leading quality.
“Employing the SQCDM model (safety, quality, cost, delivery, morale and people) in my approach, I look forward to supporting the team as we continue to navigate through the changes that have come about in response to Covid-19.”
The company, which has been operational throughout the Covid-19 lockdown, has already brought in new manufacturing processes for the safety of its workers, such as morning and afternoon shift teams and tighter cleaning regimes.
Nick Hart, Managing Director at Hart added: “We are delighted with John’s appointment and his experience in working in fast moving manufacturing operations and driving efficiencies will have great benefit as we look to scale up and continue with our export operations.”
The company reports recent multi-door orders for export. These include providing the Hart Speedor Storms and swing gates for Hitachi Zosen Inova in Moscow, Russia. The doors will be installed on a major ‘energy from waste’ plant. The company has secured a large order for fire shutters for a Beumer Group contract at Kuwait Airport and an order for shutters for both the Hong Kong Central Government Office and the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
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