Hoffman Estates, Ill. April 12, 2022 — Star SU has announced the appointment of Jim Perry as key account technical applications engineer. In this position, Perry will provide application support to the Southeast and Great Lakes regional sales teams with a specific focus on PCD Round Tool products.

Perry brings extensive hands-on precision machining and programming experience to this position. Prior to joining Star he worked for tooling manufacturers Mapal and Winco. Additionally, he has provided special contract work to Ford Motor Company in Advanced Manufacturing Technology Development and powertrain machining. He is also an accomplished automotive and motorcycle mechanic and enjoys woodworking in his home shop.

Perry lives in Hickory, North Carolina.