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NEW APPOINTMENTS
NEW APPOINTMENTS
KÖMMERLING’S NEW TECHNICAL DIRECTOR AND TEAM Andrew Charlesworth has been promoted to technical director for profine UK and KÖMMERLING, having been with the business since July 2014. More recently, he has added to his department to further help support customers and to implement a new five-year product management plan for the business. Helping support customers across the UK for the Evolve, KÖMMERLING, Legend and WarmCore brands are John Berry, Steve Holloway, Tony Ward and Simon Coleman who combined, have over 166 years’ experience in the industry between them. Internally the R&D/Product Management function is also supported by Phil Brown, R&D and product management manager, along with Kevin Wain as lead designer, with a further graduate vacancy in the department yet to be filled. One of the key objectives from a design perspective will be to develop WarmCore further, into a complete and fully integrated product platform for the profine Group as a whole, who are already looking at export opportunities in other key markets.
NEW QHSE MANAGER FOR ODL EUROPE
Andrew Charlesworth (centre) with the expanded team
Andrew Charlesworth, technical director of profine UK and KÖMMERLING enthused: ‘It’s a genuine privilege to be appointed technical director for a business that’s now one of the largest in the UK sector and a strong global brand in all markets. We’ve got a five-year product management plan in place now which I’m genuinely excited about as we look to build the business further in the UK and through export opportunities.’ For further information please visit www. profine-uk.com, e-mail enquiries@profineuk.com or phone 01623 579200. There’s also a dedicated site for KÖMMERLING at www.kommerling.co.uk. You can also follow them on social media platforms including Twitter @profineuk and @kommerling_uk.
ODL Europe has appointed John Brady as Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE) Manager. John joined the Bootle-based business back in November with a remit to improve the safety of all employees and site operations whilst overseeing the exacting quality standards of the company’s various product groups. John, who was previously with Total Glass for thirty years, is ideally placed to head up the QHSE management operation to ensure compliance with all relevant standards is met and cultivating a workplace with purpose. Speaking on his appointment, John said:” I am delighted to have joined ODL Europe. They are an ambitious business with a clear direction for growth. They are incredibly people focussed and we have already made great progress on building a peoplecentred culture with a clear emphasis on continual improvement across all areas of the business.” Nathan Barr, Managing Director at ODL Europe, said: “We are delighted to welcome John to the team and he has already had a positive impact on the business. We
have a strategic focus for growth over the next few years and John’s experience and commitment in ensuring all QHSE protocols are maintained throughout the business will ensure we are on target to deliver our plans.” In the past two months, ODL Europe has appointed four key new positions to support the businesses long term strategy. Nathan concludes: “We are continuing to invest in our people, products and infrastructure as we embark on the next level of business growth. 2021 looks exciting for the company and we are delighted to have attracted such high-calibre personnel to our existing talented team.” Tel: 0151 933 0299 – www.odleurope.com
FIELD SERVICE ENGINEER
ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL SERVICE ENGINEER Reports To The Field Service Engineer will report to Andy Parker Technical Director.
Job Overview To undertake the installation, repair, and servicing of uPVC/ Aluminium window machinery. Must be able to work within our team of skilled engineers and help with the continuous improvement of our range of machines. Manage the repairs and installations so they are completed in a timely fashion. Must be a self-starter and able to work under their own initiative. Must be a good communicator.
Responsibilities and Duties
Qualifications
• Programming of machines.
• Ideally qualified to HND level or above in electro/mech discipline.
• Knowledge of PLC and servo systems inc diagnostics and servo set up procedures.
• Experienced in field service role.
• Installation of new machines. • Repair and servicing of new and reconditioned machines. • Training of customers once installation is complete. • Must be an all-rounder, an in-depth knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems. • A keen eye for detail is required. • A “can do” attitude. • Must be prepared to stay away from home at short notice.
Good Salary with 5 weeks holiday, company car, mobile phone and company pension scheme.
Please send your cv to dave.thomas@haffnermurat.com in the first instance. 76
February 2021 | www.glassnews.co.uk
