SARASOTA, Fla, July 1,2013—Accessibility and Mobility manufacturer, Harmar, has announced the hiring of additional personnel centered on further improving operations, engineering, and quality systems.
Mark Welcer has joined the leadership team as COO in charge of all internal operations covering production, quality, and engineering systems. He also serves as Chief Compliance Officer. Reporting to Welcer are two additional hires: Les Smith joins Harmar as engineering director. With over 30 years experience in engineering and operations, he is responsible for all facets of product engineering from development through manufacturing and facilities management. David Sapuppo has joined Harmar as quality assurance director, bringing over 20 years experience in managing manufacturing operations to incorporate leading-edge technology systems.
In making the announcement, Chad Williams, CEO of Harmar, noted that “Mark brings the wealth of expertise that will support Harmar’s growth by ensuring that we have not only the most efficient operational systems but also the most innovative products available in the industry. The quality and compliance of every product and process is priority number one. Our customers are already experiencing the benefits of our improved team and can expect great things to come.”
Harmar is the world’s leading manufacturer of mobility and accessibility solutions including auto lifts, stair lifts, vertical platform lifts, inclined lifts, pool lifts, and more. As “America’s Lift Leader,” the company has over 3,000 dealers in North America with a growing presence in South America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. Go to www.harmar.com.