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Summary of Position

TOMZ is looking for a highly driven Metrology Specialist to join our organization in Berlin, CT! This position will be responsible for the activities associated with developing advanced metrology methods in a medical device manufacturing environment. This includes but is not limited to assessing process risk and implementing appropriate control mechanisms, corrective / preventative action, and creating and refining test methods.

Essential Functions

• Operates and programs advanced measurement equipment including Vision Systems, CMMs, PLCs, Optical Sensors, Contractors, and Laser Measurement Systems.
• Acts as the Subject Matter Expert in GD&T
• Uses expertise in bench layouts to resolve complex measurement challenges.
• Collaborates and defines Test Method.
• Expertise of precision measuring instruments and their application, including but not limited to, electronic height gages, calipers, micrometers, depth gages, indicators, and plug and thread Go/No Go gages.
• Execution and evaluation of Test Method Validations.
• Support the creation of production visual standards and standardized acceptance criteria for TOMZ’s manufacturing processes.
• Design, Model and Build inspection work holding fixtures.
• Provides hands on direction for executing Incoming, In-Process and Final Product Inspection plans.
• Champion First Article Inspections.
• Support Gage calibration review, management, execution, and evaluation.
• Establish standards for Gage Calibration.
• Competency with materials testing chemistry and mechanical testing.
• Support and enforce Quality Best Practices and GDP/GMP continuous improvement efforts.
• Support the tracking and reporting of inspection data, including but not limited to rejection rates, defect modes and process trends across customers/product families.
• Reviews ECOs for the release of Quality Engineering documentation.
• Creates inspection instructions.
• Adhere to the TOMZ Quality Management System.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing quality experience including advanced metrology experience including CMM and/or Vision System programming.
• 3+ years training in GD&T and measurement programing system.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated self-starter with ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Competency with Microsoft Office
• Strong verbal and written English language communication skills.
• Basic understanding of statistical techniques and sampling strategies

Summary of Position

TOMZ is looking for a highly skilled Quality Inspector III to join our team in Berlin, CT! Reporting to quality leadership, this position will have direct responsibility for the quality control functions within the Department. TOMZ manufactures parts via high precision metal machining, assembly, and anodize processes for Medical Devices. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain the ISO 13485 standards documentation and perform inspections on machined components by utilizing conventional layout inspection techniques and equipment.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate team leadership, train, and provide guidance to Quality Control personnel.
• Aligns and prioritizes workload. Creates targets and expectations for work performance.
• Coaches and corrects team as required.
• Provides input for performance appraisals to employees.
• Train and perform inspections on machined components and assemblies using visual and layout techniques and equipment, such as microscopes, calipers, micrometers, and gages.
• Create, complete, and compile documentation related to Quality Inspection standards, ensuring proper material control, identification, and traceability throughout the manufacturing processes.
• Ensure conformance to Quality standards by reviewing Device History Records (DHRs) and ensuring they align with the Device Master Record (DMR), and that Good Document Practices (GDP) are maintained for Routers, Inspection Plans, and DHRs during the manufacturing process and final lot release.
• Utilize ERP and QMS systems to document inspection activities, ensure traceability, and maintain proper control of records.
• Support continuous improvement efforts aligned with Quality Best Practices and GDP/GMP standards.
• Execute Incoming, In-process, and Final Inspections as assigned, recording nonconformities, ensuring follow-up actions, and moving materials into MRB if issues remain unaddressed.
• Perform material sorts as needed, ensuring nonconformities are identified and addressed.
• Follow safety and health requirements, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidance and rules, throughout all tasks.
• Adapt to different quality standards, production lines, and teams, and move between multiple departments and production lines as required with a proactive approach.
• Support other Quality Department functions as needed, ensuring flexibility in role responsibilities.
• Support physical and electronic record retention processes as needed.
• Ability to use more complex measurement equipment (Comparator, Vision System, Basic CMM operation)
• Performs process audits to ensure that processes are being performed in accordance with procedures and standard work.
• Trains others to clarify standards and requirements.
• Train and perform further complex inspections on machined components utilizing methods such as comparators, CMM, vision systems, contracers and automated techniques.
• Provide basic programming assistance for complex inspection and test methods, as required.
• Execute First Piece, FAI Inspection, as assigned.
• Supervises and trains others on sorting activities and inspections.
• Evaluates compliance process controls (i.e. SPC, Precontrol, Tool Life, Process Parameter) and train others on process standards.
• Adhere to the TOMZ Quality Management System.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent directly transferrable work experience (Manufacturing or Engineering discipline preferred).

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a regulated manufacturing environment or equivalent education and experience.

Qualifications

• The ability to effectively read and understand blueprints, specifications and procedures.
• Maintains accuracy and attention to detail at all times and completes tasks in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of dimensional, visual, and mechanical inspection processes.
• Competency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Verbal and written English language communication skills.
• Basic mathematical computational ability
• Strong background concerning the usage and care of mechanical measurement equipment, tools and hand-held tools including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gages, pin gages, etc.
• Class I, II and/or III Medical Device manufacturing experience.
• Regulated manufacturing industry experience (e.g., Aerospace, Defense, Pharmaceutical, etc.)

Summary of Position

TOMZ is looking for a highly motivated Quality Engineer Intern who is eager to apply what they have learned and join our team in Berlin, CT! Reporting to the Quality Engineering Manager, this internship will support activities related to Quality Design & Development control and assurance during the Product Development Process (PDP). The intern will assist with ongoing design and development efforts, as well as provide support for sustaining manufacturing and product distribution.

Essential Functions

• Assist in the development and execution of Quality Plans for product design and development projects
• Support engineering teams in creating and updating Risk Management documentation based on project needs
• Help develop risk-based validation strategies and contribute to verification and validation (V&V) activities.
• Assist with operational and process qualifications for manufacturing processes.
• Support test method development and participate in validation activities to assess effectiveness.
• Help implement inspection plans for incoming, in-process, and final products.
• Assist in developing sampling plans and documenting test and inspection methods.
• Participate in design reviews as a Quality Engineering representative (as appropriate).
• Support audit preparation and activities for customers and regulatory agencies.
• Assist with supplier and vendor qualification activities, including audits and assessments.
• Contribute to quality best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Apply basic problem-solving skills to help identify and resolve quality issues.
• Support compliance with the Quality Management System and training requirements.
• Assist in the development of Quality Agreements for external customers.
• Follow all TOMZ Quality Management System requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Biomedical, Industrial), Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field
• Junior or Senior standing preferred

Experience

Required

• No prior professional experience required
• Hands-on experience through coursework, academic projects, or lab work

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Life Sciences, or a related field
• Basic understanding of engineering or quality principles through coursework or projects
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Preferred:
• Exposure to quality systems, such as Quality Management Systems (QMS), GDP, or GMP
• Familiarity with risk management concepts (e.g., FMEA)
• Knowledge of validation concepts (IQ/OQ/PQ) or test method validation
• Experience with data analysis or problem-solving tools (e.g., root cause analysis, 5 Whys)
• Previous internship, co-op, or project experience in a manufacturing or regulated environment
• Interest in medical device, manufacturing, or regulated industries

TOMZ Corporation, a leader in manufacturing of devices and components for major medical device companies, is looking for a Operations/Material Support to join our organization. TOMZ offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including 401k, health/dental, vision and paid time off. TOMZ maintains a modern, clean, and safe facility with state-of-the-art equipment and dedication to continuous process improvement.

Summary of Position

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this position is responsible for supporting operations with product flow as needed. TOMZ corporation, a company specializing in high-precision metal machining, finishing, assembly, and anodizing for Medical Devices. The successful candidate will maintain the highest level of traceability in handling the receipt, storage, and issuance of raw materials, ensuring smooth support for manufacturing processes while adhering to regulatory and quality standards.

Essential Functions

• Receipt and incoming inspection of all raw materials.
• Appropriate storage of all raw materials including ERP transactions and physical locations.
• Issue raw materials to manufacturing operations.
• Perform and document routine cycle counts to ensure proper inventory levels are maintained.
• Print Job Travelers as required to support production flow.
• Perform the “SAW” operation for all required materials prior to issuing to production floor.
• Ensure proper material control, identification and traceability is maintained for conforming and nonconforming material through the manufacturing processes.
• Monitor and order office and shop supplies.
• Order production tooling and enter into inventory when received.
• Support manufacturing as needed.
• Adhere to the TOMZ Quality Management System.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent directly transferrable work experience (Manufacturing or Engineering discipline preferred).

Experience

• Minimum of 2-5 years’ experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• “Hands-on” self-starter with ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage inventory levels.
• Maintains accuracy and attention to detail at all times and completes tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to use basic hand-held tools and inspection equipment to support receiving inspection activities.
• Forklift training required.

Physical Demands

• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds. Team lift or mechanical assistance required for objects over 50 pounds.
• Perform keyboard entries with possible frequent operation of a computer.
• Ability to use power tools as needed.
• As needed to comply with safety requirements - need to wear safety equipment such as cut resistant gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel toe and slip resistant shoes.

Pay Range: $21 - $28 an hour

Summary of Position

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this position will support the Manufacturing Engineering team in developing and implementing robust cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods along with day-to-day tasks. TOMZ manufactures parts via high precision metal machining, finishing, assembly, and anodize processes for Medical Devices.

Essential Functions

• Prepares engineering change orders and coordinates the deployment of changes including training operation team members.
• Develop and qualify various tools and equipment required for manufacturing processes.
• Develop and improve manufacturing process instructions, product flow, assembly methods, space allocation, product quality and safety performance for both sustained and new products.
• Perform tool life studies to drive efficiency and cost savings opportunities.
• Conduct Process Capability studies during manufacturing processes to support achieving objectives.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams during the production transfer phase to establish and launch robust, mid to high volume processes.
• Supporting required equipment qualification and process validations (IQ, OQ and PQ).
• Troubleshoot manufacturing processes when defects occur.
• Disposition non-conforming products and develop re-work procedures.
• Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement efforts.
• Adhere to the TOMZ Quality Management System.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education

• Pursuing a degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.

Experience

• N/A

Qualifications

• Must possess a high attention to detail.
• Familiar with reading drawings and specifications containing GD&T.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and Adobe products.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced Medical Device Manufacturing environment with high output efficiency and impeccable quality standards.

Preferred Skills

• Exhibit good time management skills and ability to prioritize workflow throughout the day.
• Motivated self-starter with ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong verbal and written English language communication skills.

Physical Demands

• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and lift up to 20 pounds. Team lift or mechanical assistance required for objects over 20 pounds.
• 20/20 vision (assisted or unassisted) required for sorting raw and non-conforming materials. Good dexterity is needed for managing small to medium products.
• Exposure to oil, grease, dust, metal particles, sparks, sharp-edged materials. Some exposures may require the use of personal protective equipment or engineering controls.
• Perform keyboard entries with possible frequent operation of a computer

Summary of Position

Reporting to the cell lead, this position will have direct responsibility finishing and preparing machined parts by removing burrs, sharp edges, and excess material using hand tools, power tools, and finishing equipment. TOMZ manufactures parts via high precision metal machining, finishing, assembly, and anodize processes for Medical Devices. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain the ISO 13485 standards documentation ensures parts meet quality standards and specifications before final processing, assembly, or shipment.

Essential Functions

• Perform deburring, polishing, and surface finishing on machined or fabricated components.
• Use hand tools (files, scrapers, deburr knives, sandpaper), power tools, and tumbling equipment to remove sharp edges and imperfections.
• Inspect parts for quality conformity using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and visual inspection.
• Follow work orders, prints, and specifications to ensure parts meet customer and internal requirements.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail while working with small and delicate parts.
• Operate bead blast or tumbling equipment (as applicable).
• Clean, organize, and maintain workstation and tools.
• Report nonconforming parts or material issues to production or quality personnel.
• Meet production goals and timelines while maintaining high quality standards.
• Follow safety guidelines and company procedures at all times.
• Adhere to the TOMZ Quality Management System.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent directly transferrable work experience (Manufacturing or Engineering discipline preferred).
• Certification from a technical school program is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong manual dexterity and ability to handle small components.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and interpret work instructions.
• Familiarity with measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Strong attention to detail and quality-driven mindset.
• Precision and quality-focused
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Communication and teamwork
• Problem-solving and adaptability
• Hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience in deburring, machining, or manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Regulated manufacturing industry experience (e.g., Aerospace, Defense, Pharmaceutical, etc.)

Physical Demands

• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds. Team lift or mechanical assistance required for objects over 50 pounds.
• Exposure to oil, grease, dust, metal particles, sparks, sharp-edged materials. Some exposures may require the use of personal protective equipment or engineering controls.
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
• Good eyesight and focus for detailed work.
• Manufacturing floor environment with moderate noise levels.

$16 - $22 an hour

TOMZ Corporation, a leader in manufacturing of devices and components for major medical device companies, is looking for a Senior Maintenance Machine Specialist to join our organization. TOMZ offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including 401k, health/dental, vision, and paid time off. TOMZ maintains a modern, clean, and safe facility with state-of-the-art equipment and dedication to continuous process improvement. TOMZ is registered with the FDA as a Class 2 and Class 3 Medical Device Manufacturer and is certified to ISO 13485.

Summary of Position

The purpose of the Senior Maintenance Machine Specialist is to provide production equipment support for all equipment allocated to the Factory as well as to assist engineering with production-related projects. Routinely works with Plant Maintenance to coordinate jobs and projects. The Senior Maintenance Machine Specialist will take the lead in the implementation and the decision-making process on best practices for the maintenance group. The position is also responsible for creating solutions and providing technical support to enhance production reliability through concerted efforts with cross functional teams.

Essential Functions

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Adherence to all department safety measures and work instructions.
• Accountable for personal safety, the safety of co-workers and promoting a safe work environment.
• Repair and maintain all production equipment, both electrical and mechanical.
• Assist engineering as required with special machine related projects.
• Work with CONC and PLC controlled machines.
• Routinely work in electrical control panels of production equipment to troubleshoot electrical problems.
• Arc Flash certified worker to work “live” electrical control panels.
• Working understanding of precision measuring instruments used in troubleshooting.
• Read and interpret diagrams, schematics and specifications related to equipment operation.
• Monitor, modify, or write programmable ladder logic circuits as needed for existing or new installations.
• Create electrical drawings, PLC programs to be used for troubleshooting of modified equipment.
• Install electrical, air and data drops to equipment and machines.
• Work with outside contractors for equipment repair of production machines as needed and verify completion accuracy.
• Design and implement electrical circuits and technologies for support of production equipment.
• Initiate or enhance the preventative maintenance schedules for production equipment.
• Calibrate equipment using general and special purpose test equipment.
• Facilitate equipment modifications, upgrades, overhauls, and root cause failure analyses.
• Ensure respective area is complaint with 5S Standards.
• Maintain daily log of work in established systems.
• Support ISO 13485 initiatives.
• Assist in training individuals with less experience and tenure on established maintenance standards and practices.
• Project initiation and improvement ideas to better production and the business.
• Purchase repair parts, tools, and supplies in appropriate ERP software.
• Provide input for annual department budget planning.
• Ability to work flexible hours (including overtime) to accommodate production working hours as needed.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education

• Associate degree in a technical related field or equivalent experience

Experience

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in the Equipment Maintenance Field

Qualifications

• “Hands-on” self-starter with ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Maintains accuracy, is detail oriented, and completes tasks in a timely manner.
• Prior experience with CNC and PLC controlled equipment.
• Experience with MS Office Programs.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance of CNC manufacturing equipment; troubleshoot issues and support, or directly resolve as appropriate.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings (e.g., blueprints, manuals, wiring diagrams etc.)
• Time management skills and ability to prioritize workflow throughout the day.
• Strong verbal and written English language communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Forklift and OSHA Training.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and/or hear, and/or use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand, and/or walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds while moving tooling, fixtures, equipment and/or small packages. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Pay Range: $29.81/hr - $43.75/hr