Thomas Giavasopoulos

Manufacturing & Data Analytics Engineer @Sps Technologies

Leicester, GB

Delivered in cost savings through machine component design and productivity and quality improvements.Scaled Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) into a fully integrated, low-cost manufacturing method for the plant to support fastener production via CNC machining. Drove a 500% increase in 3D printing assets and delivered a £100k company cost-saving, introduced 3D prototyping in tool design processes, and trained and led the company’s first 3D printing team.Influenced key operational decisions by developing dashboards and UI solutions for shopfloor applications.Prepared test plans and submitted performance reports to validate 19 new machine components.Performed SPC, DFMEA, PFMEA to reduce process variation by 26% and NCRs by 77%.Managed fastener product qualifications and qualification test plans for new machinery.Developed technical roadmaps and led the installation of plant in fillet roll, turning, heat treatment, forging and inspection.Led 6S improvement projects using KPI tracking; improved compliance by over 50%.Planned and improved forging process/tooling routes, retaining RFT at 99.6% and reducing LTS by 36.8%.Expanded inspection procedures and operated inspection machinery for fastener products.