Senior Precision Machining Technologist – Medical Devices

Senior Precision Machining Technologist – Medical Devices Join TOMZ and help build components that power breakthrough Medical Devices. We’re a high-precision manufacturer specializing in metal machining, finishing, assembly, and anodizing. In this senior role, you’ll be the go-to expert for Swiss machining set-ups, multiaxis production, and rigorous inspection in a regulated environment.

Why this role

Own complex set-ups and stabilize production with minimal support.

Shape a culture of continuous improvement, quality, and delivery.

Coach junior machinists and collaborate with Manufacturing, R&D, and QA.Core responsibilities

Operate:
Citizen and Tsugami Swiss lathes;
Index multi-spindle lathes; 3-, 4-, and 5-axis equipment including Robo Drills, mill-turn platforms, and horizontal/vertical mills.

Set up: legacy components and new production orders for steady throughput.

Optimize: perform offsets and tool changes to maintain efficiency and capability.

Inspect: verify to print using microscopes, micrometers, calipers, pin/thread gauges, comparators, Micro-Hite, CMM, and vision systems.

Document: maintain ISO 13485-compliant records; complete inspection docs; manage traceability in ERP and QMS.Control: ensure identification and traceability for conforming and nonconforming materials.

Maintain: conduct scheduled and routine preventive maintenance.

Improve: drive root cause and corrective actions for machine/process issues; promote GDP/GMP best practices.

Lead: mentor/train lower-level machinists; uphold the TOMZ Quality Management System and safety/PPE standards.

Qualifications3–7 years in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Experience with Class I/II/III medical devices using calibrated equipment and hazardous materials.

Industry background in aerospace, defense, or automotive is beneficial.

Knowledge of GMP/ISO and ISO 13485; advanced understanding of machine usage, care, and inspection processes.

Ability to read blueprints, specifications, and procedures; intermediate GD&T.Hands-on with hand tools for preventive maintenance, repairs, and tool changes.

Detail-driven, organized, and adept at identifying nonconformances.

Self-directed team player able to collaborate across R&D, Manufacturing, and QA; strong English communication skills.

Education Technical school certification or equivalent directly transferable experience in manufacturing/engineering.

Certification strongly preferred.

Work environment

Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods.

PPE may be required: dust masks, ear plugs, cut-resistant or chemical-resistant gloves; engineering controls as needed.