Senior CMM Programmer

Torrey Holistics; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TOMZ seeks a driven Quality Engineer to own measurement strategy for a regulated medical device environment. You will architect metrology methods, lead inspection execution, and resolve complex measurement challenges with CMMs, vision systems, and gages.

The role requires 4+ years in regulated manufacturing, GD&T proficiency, and DMIS or similar programming experience. Travel up to 5% and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support GDP/GMP improvements.

Qualifications

• Regulated manufacturing experience required (4+ years).
• Experience in GD&T and measurement programming systems.
• Proficiency with metrology equipment: CMMs, vision systems, gages.
• Strong English communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities.
• Oversee gauge calibration and measurement system performance.
• Develop test methods and inspection instructions within GDP/GMP framework.
• Support materials chemistry and mechanical testing as needed.

Skills

English communication

MS Office

Statistics

Self-directed

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASQ-CQT / CQE / CRE or DMIS certs

Tools

CMM programming

Vision systems

Gage calibration

GD&T training

Job description

Own the measurement strategy that ensures product confidenceAt TOMZ, you will architect reliable inspection and test methods that keep life-changing devices within spec.Impact areasDevelop metrology methods for a regulated medical device environment.Assess process risk; implement control mechanisms and CAPA; create and refine test methods.Operate/program: vision systems, CMMs, PLCs, optical comparators/sensors, and laser measurement systems.Be the in-house GD&T authority; resolve complex measurement challenges via expert bench/surface plate layouts.Define test methods with cross-functional partners; execute and evaluate Test Method Validations.Apply precision tools: electronic height gages, calipers, micrometers, depth gages, indicators, and plug/thread Go/No-Go gages.Design, model, and fabricate inspection workholding fixtures.Lead Incoming, In-Process, and Final inspection execution; champion First Article Inspections.Oversee gage calibration review/management/execution/evaluation; set calibration standards.Support materials chemistry and mechanical testing as needed.Advance Quality Best Practices and GDP/GMP continuous improvement.Track/report inspection metrics: rejection rates, defect modes, and process trends by customer/product family.Review ECOs for Quality Engineering documentation; author inspection instructions.Comply with the TOMZ Quality Management System; perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsSelf-directed in a fast-paced setting; strong English communication skills.Microsoft Office competence; basic statistics and sampling knowledge.Experience4+ years in regulated manufacturing.3+ years in manufacturing quality with advanced metrology, including CMM and/or vision system programming.3+ years of GD&T and measurement programming system training.EducationHigh School Diploma or GED.Preferred credentialsASQ-CQT, CQE, or CRE; DMIS programming certifications.Medical device Class I/II/III experience; prior work in aerospace, defense, or pharmaceutical environments.Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 13485, 21 CFR 820, and EU MDR, including design controls, GMP, supplier qualification, auditing, QC (GD&T, Nonconforming Materials, MRB), CAPA, and complaint management.TravelUp to 5% per year; may include multiple overnight trips and occasional weekends.Physical requirementsBend, stoop, squat, kneel, and lift up to 30 lbs; use team lift/mechanical assist over 30 lbs.Work around oil, grease, noise, solvents, dust, metal particles, sparks, coolant, and sharp-edged materials; PPE and engineering controls may be required (safety glasses, dust masks, ear plugs, cut-resistant or chemical-resistant gloves).Extended sitting; proficient keyboard/mouse use; sustained visual focus with correction if needed; repetitive hand/arm motions.