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Full Time
Berlin, CT
Posted 1 week ago

TOMZ Corporation is looking for a Plant Supervisor (weekend shift) to join our organization. A leader in manufacturing of devices and components for major medical device companies, 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

Supervises production team in assigned department(s). Improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost. Increase team skills and capabilities. Continuously improves level of associate satisfaction while improving efficiency.

Essential Functions

  • Safe operation of all production processes. Identifies improvements needed and leads project for implementation. Continually monitors area and solicits feedback from associates. Enforce all safety rules and regulations.   Is key coordinator/communicator for at least one safety training program for the entire organization
  • Supervises team members. Ensures effective employee relations. Resolves issues through problem resolution.  Confers with management to resolve complex associate issues
  • Interviews, selects, orients, trains, conduct performance appraisals, performance development, schedules and approves hours
  • Provides leadership for associate relations through effective communications, coaching, training and development. 
  • Executes operational plan to enhance profitability, productivity and efficiency throughout assigned production department(s)
  • Implements Lean Manufacturing techniques to improve quality, cost, on-time delivery, safety, customer satisfaction, associate satisfaction
  • Maintains production plan.
  • Ensures compliance with the organization standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, on-time delivery
  • Provides training and support need to the team, set goals and objectives 
  • Measures team performance for safety, quality, delivery and cost.  Work with team to continually improve these measures
  • Monitors the budget 
  • Arranges for equipment, materials and supplies to be available for work assignments. 
  • Approves setups and assign operators.  Troubleshoot bottleneck operations to determine cause and notify appropriate support for assistance 
  • Checks work methods and operations to make recommendations for improving quality and implement systems to report and reduce scrap and cost
  • Oversees the use of SPC
  • Identifies opportunities aimed at continuous improvement of the quality of products and processes.  Leads project team during identification through implementation and evaluation 
  • Confers with others to coordinate operations and activities across all shifts 

Qualifications:

Education/Experience

  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent directly transferrable work experience (Manufacturing or Engineering discipline preferred).
  • Certification from a technical school program strongly preferred.
  • 4-Year degree or equivalent in Business Operations or closely related field preferred OR directly transferrable industry work experience.

Qualifications

  • Ability to maintain a safe work environment.         
  • Experience in the setup and operation of manufacturing equipment.
  • Knowledge of production and processing and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of our products. 
  • Broad experience with precision components and assembly
  • Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques

Preferred Skills

  • High attention to detail
  • Ability to think ahead.  Knowledge of production cycle.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others
  • Solid analytical skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with associates, customers and vendors.
  • Excellent project and program management skills
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations
  • Quality orientation
  • Knowledge of human resources and safety to include coaching, performance management, OSHA and related safety standards.
  • Self-motivated
  • Knowledge of mathematics to include geometry and statistics.
  • Ability to think critically and use judgment to identify strengths and weaknesses of solutions to problems presented in production
  • Computer skills to include word processing, spreadsheets and data bases. 
  • Team oriented

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 25 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.

Job Features

Job Category

Weekend Shift

TOMZ Corporation is looking for a Plant Supervisor (weekend shift) to join our organization. A leader in manufacturing of devices and components for major medical device companies, TOMZ offers competi...

Full Time
Berlin, CT
Posted 1 week ago

TOMZ Corporation is looking for a Plant Supervisor (night shift) to join our organization. A leader in manufacturing of devices and components for major medical device companies, 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

Supervises production team in assigned department(s). Improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost. Increase team skills and capabilities. Continuously improves level of associate satisfaction while improving efficiency.

Essential Functions

  • Safe operation of all production processes. Identifies improvements needed and leads project for implementation. Continually monitors area and solicits feedback from associates. Enforce all safety rules and regulations.   Is key coordinator/communicator for at least one safety training program for the entire organization
  • Supervises team members. Ensures effective employee relations. Resolves issues through problem resolution.  Confers with management to resolve complex associate issues
  • Interviews, selects, orients, trains, conduct performance appraisals, performance development, schedules and approves hours
  • Provides leadership for associate relations through effective communications, coaching, training and development. 
  • Executes operational plan to enhance profitability, productivity and efficiency throughout assigned production department(s)
  • Implements Lean Manufacturing techniques to improve quality, cost, on-time delivery, safety, customer satisfaction, associate satisfaction
  • Maintains production plan.
  • Ensures compliance with the organization standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, on-time delivery
  • Provides training and support need to the team, set goals and objectives 
  • Measures team performance for safety, quality, delivery and cost.  Work with team to continually improve these measures
  • Monitors the budget 
  • Arranges for equipment, materials and supplies to be available for work assignments. 
  • Approves setups and assign operators.  Troubleshoot bottleneck operations to determine cause and notify appropriate support for assistance 
  • Checks work methods and operations to make recommendations for improving quality and implement systems to report and reduce scrap and cost
  • Oversees the use of SPC
  • Identifies opportunities aimed at continuous improvement of the quality of products and processes.  Leads project team during identification through implementation and evaluation 
  • Confers with others to coordinate operations and activities across all shifts 

Qualifications:

Education/Experience

  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent directly transferrable work experience (Manufacturing or Engineering discipline preferred).
  • Certification from a technical school program strongly preferred.
  • 4-Year degree or equivalent in Business Operations or closely related field preferred OR directly transferrable industry work experience.

Qualifications

  • Ability to maintain a safe work environment.         
  • Experience in the setup and operation of manufacturing equipment.
  • Knowledge of production and processing and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of our products. 
  • Broad experience with precision components and assembly
  • Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques

Preferred Skills

  • High attention to detail
  • Ability to think ahead.  Knowledge of production cycle.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others
  • Solid analytical skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with associates, customers and vendors.
  • Excellent project and program management skills
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations
  • Quality orientation
  • Knowledge of human resources and safety to include coaching, performance management, OSHA and related safety standards.
  • Self-motivated
  • Knowledge of mathematics to include geometry and statistics.
  • Ability to think critically and use judgment to identify strengths and weaknesses of solutions to problems presented in production
  • Computer skills to include word processing, spreadsheets and data bases. 
  • Team oriented

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 25 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.

TOMZ Corporation is looking for a Plant Supervisor (night shift) to join our organization. A leader in manufacturing of devices and components for major medical device companies, TOMZ offers competiti...

Full Time
Big Lake, MN
Posted 1 week ago

TOMZ Corporation is looking for a motivated Application Engineer to join our organization. A leader in manufacturing of devices and components for major medical device companies, TOMZ offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits. Those include 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 certified to ISO 13485.

Summary of Position

Support the organization’s Turning, Milling and Grinding operations of complex medical devices through new development projects as well as optimization of existing legacy programs. Work in cross functional teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure production objectives are met; including but not limited to programming for new product development, optimization of legacy programs for improved throughput, standardization of programs to current best practices, and research and implementation of new tooling and process technology. TOMZ is a fast-paced work environment.

Essential Functions

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Ability to program various pieces of CNC equipment across multiple sites as directed to support critical and/or high-value projects milling, turning, and grinding, Multi spindle, Multi Axis and Swiss style programs for manufacture of medical devices- implants and instruments.
  • Analyze drawings, design models, and sketches to determine dimensions and configuration of cuts, selection of cutting tools, machine speeds, and feed rates according to shop processes, customer specifications, and machine capabilities.
  • Actively participate in process development projects and DFM with internal and external teams
  • Revise programs to eliminate instruction errors, omissions, and update programs with new technology/methods to improve efficiency; meet customer delivery dates.
  • Coordinate with Quality Engineering to help facilitate the development of Process Control Plans, Manufacturing Inspection Plans, and gaging/fixturing requirements.
  • Machine set-up skills required to accomplish 1st article parts and short run NPI products. With an occasional small production run if needed.
  • Design fixtures for post processing operations.
  • Strong knowledge of NC Code, Tooling, and Manufacturing Process
  • Knowledge of CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks and Esprit preferred)
  • Blueprint reading and knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
  • Effective communication to all levels of internal and external customers
  • Ability to apply logic and reasoning to solve complex problems.

Qualifications:

Education

  • Associate degree in technical or scientific field or equivalent work experience.

Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience of programming and machine set-up in a medical device manufacturing environment or similar.

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 30 pounds while moving components, 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.

TOMZ Corporation is looking for a motivated Application Engineer to join our organization. A leader in manufacturing of devices and components for major medical device companies, TOMZ offers competiti...

Full Time
Berlin, CT
Posted 1 week ago

TOMZ Corporation is looking for a Post-Machining Operations Manager to join our organization. A leader in manufacturing of devices and components for major medical device companies, 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 position is responsible for leading a team with a focus on maintaining the highest level of operational performance and quality possible within various manual and mechanical metal finishing and chemical finishing operations, Heat Treating, Deburring, Laser Welding, Assembly and Laser Marking of finished good devices and instruments, at TOMZ. This position is responsible to define and build the team; to ensure that the proper tools and training are in place for the team; and to coach and provide oversight to ensure the success of the team.

Essential Functions

  • Define Department Structure and Build a Team geared toward success.
    • Ensure that staffing and resource levels are aligned with the needs of the department and that resources are deployed strategically to best utilize their capabilities.
    • Ensure that members of the department are properly trained and are equipped to be successful in meeting or exceeding the expectations of their given role.
    • Ensure that department schedules are aligned to consistently achieve the required level of output.
    • Ensure that equipment is maintained per preventive maintenance schedules and coordinate outside service or support as required to keep equipment in good repair.
  • Coach, Mentor and Manage members of the department.
    • Monitor and maintain the performance records and document development plans through the performance review process for employees within the department.
    • Engage all members of the department and encourage a strategic, collaborative, problem solving environment focused on continuous improvement and driving new best practices.
    • Ensure adherence to company policy and expectations regarding start and end times for the shift and defined break times, and compliance to all Quality requirements.
    • Maintain attendance records and manage requests for time off within the department.
    • Monitor and maintain the Labor entries, review process standards.
  • New Technology Integration    
    • Identify areas or operations within the department that create unsafe conditions through normal work processing, or with highly repetitive motion and collaborate with Engineering to develop and implement strategic automation solutions.
    • Collaborate with Engineering to introduce new technology and develop new best practices focused on providing device components with the highest level of quality; improving cycle times; and creating the most reliable and capable process possible.  
  • Prioritize Workflow per the Master Schedule. Measure and Maintain Department Performance objectives such as on time delivery (schedule adherence), Production Efficiency, Scrap Rate, and Training Matrix Completion or other as deemed appropriate by senior management.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education

  • Minimum 4-Year degree or equivalent of directly transferrable industry work experience (Engineering discipline preferred).
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Preferred.

Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering role showing career advancement with increased responsibly, in a regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Minimum of 3 years of supervisory/coaching experience.

Qualifications

  • Ability to read and understand and Train/Coach general finishing operations per company procedures, work instructions, and best practices.
  • Medical Device or other regulated manufacturing experience (Aerospace, Defense, Pharma., etc.)

Preferred Skills

  • Knowledge of, and experience with, cGMP/ISO Standards.
  • Strong verbal and written English language communication skills.
  • Demonstrate ability and/or experience in computer use and general office software - Microsoft Office (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

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 30 pounds while moving components, fixtures, equipment and/or small packages.  The employee will be working with and around and directing others on the safe handling of hazardous chemicals that may require use of personal protective equipment (supplied by TOMZ). 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.

TOMZ Corporation is looking for a Post-Machining Operations Manager to join our organization. A leader in manufacturing of devices and components for major medical device companies, TOMZ offers compet...

Full Time
Knightstown, IN
Posted 1 week ago

TOMZ Corporation, a leader in manufacturing of devices and components for major medical device companies, is looking for a CNC Machinist II 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

Reporting to Department Manager, this position will have direct responsibility for the manufacturing of components within a machining Department. 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, perform basic setup and operate equipment, and perform visual and dimensional inspections on machined components.

Essential Functions

  • Must be knowledgeable of, and adhere to, the TOMZ Quality Management System.
  • Ability to operate and maintain production on equipment within the department. Ex. include Citizen Lathes, Tsugami Lathes, Index multi-spindle lathes, Williemin Mill turns, various 3-4-5 axis mills, Anodize/Passivation Lines.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform offsets and change tools to maintain efficient production with minimal support.
  • Ability to setup basic legacy components and ensure the machine is ready for steady production.
  • Perform visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured components, as required using microscope, micrometer, caliper, pin gages, thread gages, comparator, micro-hite, etc.
  • Regularly and as prescribed, perform preventive maintenance of equipment.
  • Drive problem solving activities for basic machine or process issues.
  • Completes and compiles necessary documentation related to Quality Inspection standards.
  • Ensure proper material control, identification and traceability is maintained for conforming and nonconforming material through the manufacturing processes.
  • Support Quality Best Practices and GDP/GMP continuous improvement efforts.
  • Utilize and navigate ERP and QMS systems to ensure inspection and traceability activities are properly documented and controlled, as needed.
  • Must maintain safe working conditions and follow occupational Safety and Health requirements including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidance and rules.
  • Other duties and responsibilities are assigned.

Qualifications:

Education

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

Experience

  • Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

  • Class I, II and/or III Medical Device manufacturing experience.
  • Regulated manufacturing industry experience (e.g. Aerospace, Defense, Pharmaceutical, etc.)
  • Knowledge of and experience with GMP/ISO standards.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the usage and care of mechanical equipment and inspection processes.
  • Ability to use basic hand-held tools to perform preventive maintenance activities and install or change tools.
  • “Hands-on” self-starter with ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • 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.
  • Strong verbal and written English language communication skills.

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 30 pounds while moving tooling or tool holders. 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.

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Job Features

Job Category

Second Shift

TOMZ Corporation, a leader in manufacturing of devices and components for major medical device companies, is looking for a CNC Machinist II to join our organization. TOMZ offers competitive compensati...

Our Mission

To enhance the lives of patients by sustainably manufacturing innovative medical devices for leading OEMs around the globe.

We Manufacture Medical Devices

We specialize in manufacturing the best medical device implants for medical teams and surgeons around the world. Most of our team will tell you that the work is very fulfilling because we help people live better lives.

Company Values & Culture

Our DNA is as unique as everyone that works here.

Put Patients First
Surgical teams around the world rely on us to help improve their patient's lives. Our impact is on a global scale and our team members recognize the importance of their work.
Embrace Diversity
Our workforce is incredibly diverse by design. Individuals from different backgrounds offer valuable, unique perspectives. Diversity leads to innovation and open-mindedness.
Learn & Grow
We invest in our people, our facility, and technology to foster an environment of innovation and out-of-the-box thinking. Ideally, we all support the same mission.

Reward Great Effort

We consistently evaluate the work our team members do and reward them not only financially, but with growth opportunities as well. Your goal is our goal.

Why Work at TOMZ?

We are large enough to offer stability and great benefits, yet small enough to recognize you as an individual and not just “another employee.”

Multiple departments from facilities management to engineering allows you to explore different career paths.

The medical devices industry is experiencing explosive growth with no signs of stopping any time soon.

We have completed our 8th expansion which includes amenities such as locker rooms, showers, an expanded cafeteria, and more.

We have a deep bench of knowledgeable pros to help you.

Everything from 401K to top-of-the-line healthcare, life insurance, and more!

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Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

We will match $0.50 on the dollar up to an 8% contribution. Work with us, retire with us.

Overtime Available

Opportunities to earn overtime hours are available as needed.

Paid Holidays

9 paid holidays AND enjoy a half-day the work day before the paid holiday.

Paid Vacation

Paid vacation starts accruing from the day you start.

Referral Bonus

All employees are eligible to earn a $3,500 referral bonus!

Health Insurance Plans

Enjoy a low employee co-pay with high contributions towards your plan.

Dental Insurance Plans

Yes - we have a great dental plan as well!

Annual Bonus

Production teams achieving set performance goals receive an annual performance bonus.