MIS Group Members

Research Machinist and Manager, Chemistry

  jboshear@iu.edu

  CHEM A019    812-855-7305

Jeremy Boshears has been a research machinist with MIS in the Department of Chemistry since 2006 and became manager in 2013. He has a certificate in Machining from Hoosier Hills Career Center and received an AAS degree in Precision Machining from Vincennes University in 1996. He worked as a machinist at Wilson Tool & Engineering for 10 years on projects ranging from micro machining to large structural in materials ranging from plastics to aerospace metals. His skills and experience include CAD/CAM, wire EDM, precision grinding, welding, sheet metal fabrication, structural, heat treating, electrical, plumbing, hydraulics, vacuum/pressure systems, rigging, mechanical/machinery repair, and automotive machining. He is here to answer questions and assist you with projects.

Research Machinist and Vacuum Pump Specialist, Chemistry

  klb8@iu.edu

  CHEM A019    812-855-7305

Kevin Brown has been a research machinist and vacuum pump specialist with MIS in the Department of Chemistry since 2019. He received specialized training on vacuum and pressure pumps while pursuing his A&P certifications to be an aviation maintenance technician in the late 1990’s & early 2000’s. His wide range of skills also include machining, welding, electrical, and mechanical repair. He excels with diagnosing and repairing pumps including belt driven, inline, scroll, and diaphragm type pumps. He is here to answer any questions you have about vacuum systems, help diagnose issues, and repair or rebuild your vacuum pump.

Research Machinist, Physics

  danrclar@iu.edu

  MESH 032    812-855-5323

Danny Clark has been a machinist in the Department of Physics since 2008. He started in the Swain Hall student shop, then moved to the main shop in 2012. He has two Associates of Applied Science degrees from Vincennes University in Machine Trades and Advanced Manufacturing. Danny has been certified in Mastercam and HURCO programming and has completed the Employee Excellence Training through IUHR. Feel free to reach out to Danny with any manufacturing questions.

Research Machinist, Chemistry

  meendris@iu.edu

  CHEM A019    812-855-7305

Mike Endris has been a research machinist at IU since 2011. In 2019, he joined MIS in the Department of Chemistry after working at IU Cyclotron Facility. In 2003 he trained at North Lawrence Career Center in machining/welding and has multiple AWS Welding certifications. His career has included high precision CNC, manual machining, welding, fabrication, rigging, and repair. He works with students and faculty to produce proper drawings using Autodesk Inventor and Mastercam. He produces high precision parts using a broad range of machining methods, including plasma tables. Mike specializes in UHV grade welding. He is here to answer questions and assist with designing and building your project.

Research Machinist, Chemistry

  rbfergus@iu.edu

  CHEM A019    812-855-7305

Brian Ferguson has been a research machinist with MIS in the Department of Chemistry since 1993. He has completed Tool & Die training from Hoosier Hills Machine Trades Vocational School and Vincennes University. In 1990 he was hired as a machinist at Toyota Forklift, then in 1992 at Twigg Aerospace. He gained extensive knowledge of vacuum pump diagnosis and repair early in his MIS career. He has a particular interest in micro machining small instrumentation as well as plastics, especially acrylic and polycarbonate. Brian is here for assistance regarding design, research instrumentation, and vacuum pumps.

Manager, Physics

  jomfrye@iu.edu

  MESH 032    812-855-5323

John Frye has managed Mechanical Instrument Services in the Department of Physics since early 2021. Prior to this, he held various technical, design and engineering roles for both the Chemistry and Physics departments, as well as internships with IU Facilities, beginning in 2005. John has a BS in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Purdue University. He has a wide range of practical experience in the design, construction, and support of scientific instrumentation.

Manager, Psychology and Brain Sciences

  jcgoode@iu.edu

  PY 008    812-856-4212

Jesse Goode has dual roles for the Psychological and Brain Sciences building including performing duties as a facilities manager and shop manager of the Mechanical and Electronics facilities. Jesse started part-time in 2010 and became a full-time research machinist in 2012. In 2020, he took the additional role of facilities manager. As an IU graduate from the Psychological and Brain Science department in 2005, he has a diverse set of advanced skills to build instrumentation used in experiments for the department. He has extensive knowledge and experience in the areas of machining, fabrication, and repairing equipment along with specialties in rough/finish carpentry, sewing, and lab organization.

Research Machinist, Psychology and Brain Sciences

  jl333@iu.edu

  PY 008    812-856-4212

Jacob Lee has been a research machinist with the Psychological and Brain Sciences department since 2022. He graduated from Vincennes University in 2016 with an Associate of Science in Precision Machining Technology. From 2016-2022, he worked for Specialty CNC Inc. using Cimatron CAD/CAM software, machining parts for Various medical, military and scientific facilities. During his career, he has worked with many CAD/CAM software to draw and design prototypes for research along with reverse engineering, modifying existing projects/parts for repair. In addition to machining, he also has skills in carpentry, fabrication, and finishing.

Research Machinist, Chemistry

  millerns@iu.edu

  CHEM A019    812-855-7305

Nate Miller has been a research machinist with MIS in the Department of Chemistry since 2011. In 2009 he received 2 AAS degrees in Manufacturing from Vincennes University. He mastered in CNC Machining, Tool & Die manufacturing, Mastercam design/programming and worked as a CNC machinist before joining IU. His work in MIS spans a broad range of projects on different scales. He works with faculty and students to create designs using Autodesk Inventor and Mastercam. His specialties are Mastercam, multi-axis live tooling lathe, and sheet metal fabrication. He is here to answer your design questions and assist with building your project.

Research Machinist, Physics

  dnevitt@iu.edu

  MESH 032    812-855-5323

Darren Nevitt joined the Department of Physics in 1996 and serves as a Research Machinist, supporting faculty, staff, and students through the design and fabrication of components for physics experiments. He brings extensive experience in manual machining and CNC programming using Mastercam. In 2021, he received the Physics Department’s Outstanding Staff Service Award.

Research Machinist, Chemistry

  mepolley@iu.edu

  CHEM A019    812-855-7305

Matthew Polley has been a research machinist with MIS in the Department of Chemistry since 2013. He has a certificate in Machining/Welding from Hoosier Hills Career Center and received an AAS in Precision Machining from Vincennes University in 2012. At VU he mastered in CNC Machining, Tool & Die making, and Mastercam drawing, design, and toolpathing. Matt is especially skilled in UHV grade welding, mechanical repair, and rigging. He is here to help with your designs, projects, and mechanical needs from CAD software to machining parts.

Research Machinist, Physics

  tsamson@iu.edu

  MESH 032    812-855-5323

Todd Sampson began working for the Department of Physics at IU as a machinist in 1990 and continues to love the wide variety of work done each day. His experience includes manual and CNC lathes and mills, 3D printing, wire bending, and sheet metal fabrication, with a bit of welding mixed in.

Research Machinist and Assistant Manager, Chemistry

  thodsmit@iu.edu

  CHEM A019    812-855-7305

Tom Smith has been a research machinist at IU since 2008. In 2010 he joined MIS in the Department of Chemistry after working at IU Cyclotron Facility. In 2017, he became assistant manager. He worked as a machinist after starting his training in 1978. In 1985, he joined Ford Motor Company as a Tool & Die Maker. Tom specializes in Wire EDM and CAD/CAM. He is here to help with project designs and any questions you may have about Wire EDM and beyond.

Research Machinist, Psychology and Brain Sciences

  camawalk@iu.edu

  PY 008    812-856-4212

Cameron Walker has been a research machinist with the Psychological and Brain Sciences department since 2017. During high school, he completed coursework in welding and machining while also participating in an apprenticeship at a local machine shop. Cameron was hired full-time as a welder/machinist at the same shop, where he continued to develop his technical expertise before relocating to IU. Cameron brings a broad range of skills to his work, with a particular passion for TIG (tungsten inert gas) welding, which he finds especially rewarding.