Nicholas Chrisafis

Production Supervisor | Manufacturing Engineer | CNC Programmer | Technical Lead

Passaic County, NJ

(973) 440-9025

Professional Summary

Results-driven Manufacturing Professional, Production Manager, and Technical Lead with over a decade of extensive experience in CNC machining, production operations, shop floor management, and project coordination. Proven track record of optimizing workflows, leading cross-functional teams, implementing Lean manufacturing and 5S methodologies, and utilizing advanced data tools (ERP/WIP systems, Advanced Excel/VBA) to maximize productivity, safety, and efficiency. Adept at bridging the gap between design engineering, quality assurance (ISO standards), and execution to consistently meet strict production deadlines and quality benchmarks.

Core Competencies & Skills

Production Management & Operations: End-to-End Production Lifecycle, Purchase Order (PO) Tracking, WIP Reporting & Schedule Optimization, Capacity Planning, Resource Allocation, Cross-Training, Quoting & Assembly Support
Manufacturing Engineering & Design: CAM (Mastercam), CAD (Creo Parametric, SolidWorks, Fusion 360), FEA (Ansys), DNC & FTP Server Integration, Rapid Prototyping
Quality Control & Compliance: ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 13485:2016 Internal Auditing, CMM Operation (PC-DMIS, Zeiss), Equipment Calibration, Root Cause Analysis
Methodologies & Safety: Lean Manufacturing, 5S Implementation, Preventive Maintenance, OSHA/Safety Compliance, PPE Standards

Professional Experience

CNC Machinist / Process Improvement & Production Lead

Savit Corp. — Rockaway, NJ | April 2022 – September 2025

Own end-to-end production flow from material scheduling through final assembly, ensuring strict alignment with aggressive project timelines and launch calendars.
Develop and maintain tracking protocols (WIP and status reports) to monitor production velocity, anticipate potential bottlenecks, and implement proactive corrective actions.
Implement and maintain rigorous 5S standards across the shop floor to improve organization, safety, and workflow velocity.
Consult directly with upper management on capital equipment needs, facility layout optimization, and tooling strategies.
Program, set up, and operate advanced multi-axis CNC mills and lathes (including DN Solutions Puma TT1800SY, Haas VF2SS, Haas ST25Y, and Puma 3100LY) utilizing Mastercam and Creo.

Technical Lead / Production Supervisor

Triangle MFG Co. Inc — Upper Saddle River, NJ | November 2014 – April 2022

Supervised, trained, and cross-trained multi-shift machining personnel, significantly improving team versatility, reducing machine downtime, and optimizing workforce deployment.
Coordinated production cells as a core team leader, enforcing strict 5S standards and ensuring continuous output of high-volume and complex components.
Managed in-process and final quality inspections, ensuring total compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 medical/industrial standards.
Acted as the primary technical liaison between management, engineering, and shop floor staff to resolve complex setup, fixturing, and programming challenges.
Oversaw preventive maintenance schedules, coolant sampling, and precision equipment upkeep to extend machine life and reliability.

CNC Setup Machinist

Tech Products Co. — Midland Park, NJ | October 2012 – November 2014

Managed high-volume assembly operations and CNC milling setups (Haas VF-4, Haas TL-1) while driving baseline process improvements to accelerate output.
Performed manual mill and lathe operations, troubleshooting recurring bottlenecks and conducting foundational CNC programming.

Education & Certifications

Manufacturing Technology – Bergen Community College, Paramus, NJ
ISO 9001:2015 / ISO 13485:2016 Internal Auditor Certificate – Oriel Stat A Matrix (Exemplar Global)
Creo Parametric 3D Modeling Certification (5.0) – Bergen Community College
Mastercam Certifications (22 Mill Essentials & Lathe, 23 3D Mill) – Cimquest
Metal Cutting Technology Diploma – Sandvik Coromant
AWS Certification for 17-4 Stainless (1G GTAW) – Triangle MFG
Additional Training: Lean Manufacturing & GD&T Training, Python & Advanced Excel/VB Scripting, CMM/Vision/ARM Fundamentals (Hexagon), FEA (Ansys), Forklift Certified, CPR & AED Certified