Fablink Group
Alan Fortes has a diverse work experience spanning over several decades. Alan started their career in 1979 as a Quality Control Manager at BOC Health Care and later worked as a Quality Assurance Manager at Ellison Circlips and Transtechnology UK Ltd. In 2000, they joined Whiteley as a Quality Assurance Manager, later transitioning to the role of Operations Director. Alan then moved on to the City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council as Deputy Corporate Project Manager. From 2012 to 2015, Alan was the Head of Quality at Fablink Tank Systems Ltd. Alan then held various leadership positions at Fablink Tank Systems Limited, including Head of Engineering & Quality and Head of Site Manufacturing Operations. Currently, Alan is employed as the Head of Engineering Services at Fablink Group.
From 1973 to 1979, Alan Fortes attended Bradford College, Leeds Polytechnic, and the University of Huddersfield. Alan studied Mechanical and Production Engineering during this time. No degree name was specified.
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Fablink Group
Fablink Group specialises in the manufacture of metal pressings and complex structures, cab assemblies and fuel and hydraulic tanks. We also offer ‘clean build’ of complex assemblies and new product development services. With more than 15 years’ expertise in our sectors, Fablink has six operating facilities across the UK in the North East, West Midlands, Bedfordshire and our HQ in Northamptonshire. We employ around 600 committed professionals who share our passion for manufacturing, engineering and assembly of the highest calibre. As one of the industry’s most respected manufacturers, Fablink has built a strong reputation as a tier one supplier. We deliver comprehensive design and manufacturing solutions to some of the world’s largest OEMs within the automotive, truck, off-highway, agricultural, power generation and materials handling industries. The Fablink team is proud to offer a depth of engineering and technical capability alongside strong competencies in design for manufacture, tooling and prototyping. We form strong partnerships with our UK and global customers, introducing new products using Advanced Product Quality Planning systems to ensure total control and alignment at every phase. We are fully committed to projects from the design concepts and feasibility stage through to satisfaction of production schedules. With our vision of ‘building the future’ at the forefront of our accomplishments, Fablink constantly invests in its infrastructure, people and technologies, like robotic assembly and automation. Our flexibility and expertise are opening up new markets and attracting exciting new customers.