Thomas Rigas

About Thomas Rigas

VP of Operations with a proven track record of optimizing operational performance. I develop leadership teams focused on improving key performance indicators. I help transform Plant environments through leading integration projects, cost reduction initiatives, lean manufacturing (Honeywell Operating System), quality, and safety initiatives. Adept at creating a performance culture through process execution, talent development, and accountability. Known for analytical skills, personal credibility, integrity, personal communication, and ability to interact effectively with all levels of an organization. Have led small & large Plants both Union & non-Union, and currently responsible for multiple facilities as the leader for the supply chain for General Safety Products for all of the Americas.

Experience

1. Senior Vice President of Operations

   Jeffco Fibres Inc

   Nov 2020 — Present · Webster, MA, US

   Leading the Operations of a fast growing foam fabrication business and bedding products manufacturer. The company fabricates foam, & produces mattresses, toppers, covers, pillows, foundations, as well as supplies traditional and organic textile fibers. Jeffco has multiple locations in Massachusetts and Connecticut.

Education

• St. Joseph's University

  MBA, Management

  1989 — 1992

• St. Joseph's University

  BS, Chemistry

  1984 — 1989

Skills

• Value Stream Mapping
• Process Improvement
• Statistical Process Control (Spc)
• Osha 10
• Iso 14001
• 5s
• Tpm
• Continuous Improvement
• Production Planning
• Iso
• Business Process Improvement
• Spc
• Iso Standards
• Manufacturing
• Dmaic
• Operational Excellence
• Total Productive Maintenance (Tpm)
• Kaizen
• Smed
• Operations Management
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• Root Cause Analysis