Chris Perren
Summary
Talented Machinist with 14+ years experience setting up and operating a variety of CNC machines to produce precision parts. Duties include fabricating, modifying and repairing mechanical instruments as well as modeling and editing programs for parts from prints through CAD/CAM software. A diligent and reliable team player who works well in a dynamically changing environment. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machinist III
Hayward Tyler Inc.
03.2025 - Current
- Worked directly from blueprints, patterns, sketches and specifications to machine high precision parts
- Operated CNC vertical lathes with 60" tables, CNC 3-Axis vertical mills, EDM, Bridgeports and some manual lathe work
- Modeled high precision parts using CAD/CAM software, edited programs for the appropriate machines and inspected the finished product with documentation
- Programmed mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points along with adjusting machine taper and other variables to achieve some tolerances that are .0005" or less
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards
- Regularly machined 'N' Stamped parts
- Maintained equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements
5 Axis Machinist
Beta Technologies
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Set up CNC machines to produce precision aerospace components
- Machined molds to lay-up carbon fiber parts
- Inspected finished parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges to ensure conformance
- Adjusted tooling, offsets, and feeds to maintain consistent part quality
CNC Machinist Level III
Hayward Tyler Inc
11.2016 - 11.2024
- Set up CNC lathes and mills to produce precision pump components to print specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints, GD&T, and work instructions to verify machining requirements and tolerances.
- Programmed tool offsets and edits to maintain dimensional accuracy during production runs.
- Inspected finished parts using micrometers, calipers, and gauges to confirm quality standards.
Manual Machinist
Flex-A-Seal
09.2016 - 11.2016
- Bridgeport Operator
- Used a variety of sign plates, rotary tables and angled heads to achieve proper features within tolerances
- Some CNC Mill work
- Maintained continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions
CNC Machinist
Husky Injection Molding
06.2012 - 09.2016
- Set-up mills, lathes and magnetic 'tombstones' by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, and attachments
- Ran entire horizontal milling areas solo (4 machines)
- Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces
- Measured dimensions of finished workpieces to ensure conformity to specifications
- Maintained equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements
- Graduated from the Vermont HITEC CNC apprenticeship program
Machinist/Shop Hand
PEM Vermont
02.2006 - 06.2010
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines
- Manually set up lathes, mills and saws
Education
CNC Apprentice Certified - CNC Machining
Vermont HITEC
Milton04-2014
Skills
- Skilled in running multiple CNC Lathes and Mills
- Proficient in CAD/CAM Software - FeatureCAM/Discriminator
- Wrote and edited programs for a range of parts and applications
- Have ran manual Bridgeports extensively
- Reads and understands prints with GD&T
- Recognizes proper feeds and speeds needed for specific materials
- Experienced with Micrometers, Calipers, Mahr Bars, Tri-Mics, ID-Mics and Thread Gauge inspection equipment
- Fanuc controls
- Proficient in a variety of machine set-ups
- Detail and Safety oriented
- Overhead crane and forklift certified
- Maintaining clean work areas
- Motivated
- Vermont HITEC CNC Machining apprenticeship certified through the Vermont Labor Board
References
Sheri Thayer
Husky and Flex-A-Seal Lead
802-370-6558
Sthayer4921@Gmail.com
William Uhlir
Previously worked with at Hayward Tyler
802-355-3410
Steve Petelle
Machinist
802-343-4991
StevePetelle77@Gmail.com
Timeline
CNC Machinist III
Hayward Tyler Inc.
03.2025 - Current
5 Axis Machinist
Beta Technologies
11.2024 - 03.2025
CNC Machinist Level III
Hayward Tyler Inc
11.2016 - 11.2024
Manual Machinist
Flex-A-Seal
09.2016 - 11.2016
CNC Machinist
Husky Injection Molding
06.2012 - 09.2016
Machinist/Shop Hand
PEM Vermont
02.2006 - 06.2010
CNC Apprentice Certified - CNC Machining
Vermont HITEC