CNC Programmer
Tomz Corporation · Berlin, MD
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 7+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at Tomz Corporation (industrial) in Berlin, MD.
- They ask for
- 7+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Control plans, GD&T, ISO 13485, FDA / GMP, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), CNC
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$91k.
Median of the low and high ends of 50 live postings that list pay, out of 825 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 670 other live manufacturing postings in the US.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (7+ vs 3+)
Typical $72k–$104k, from 85 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 49%
- ✓ Tooling 40%
- ✓ CNC 33%
- ✓ Machining 31%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Control plans, ISO 13485, FDA / GMP, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Tomz Corporation
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- 2
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- 3
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
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- 4
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Full description from Tomz CorporationAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Essential functions
- ◆Potential direct-reporting
responsibilities
for site engineering personnel, depending on organizational structure.
- ◆Develop and perform installation, operational, and process
qualifications
for customer manufacturing processes in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- ✓Program various CNC equipment across multiple sites to support high-value projects, including milling, turning, grinding, multi-spindle, multi-axis, and Swiss-style machining for medical implants and instruments.
- ✓Analyze drawings, models, and sketches to determine dimensions, cutting tools, machine speeds, and feed rates according to shop processes and customer specifications.
- ✓Participate in process development projects and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) efforts with internal and external teams.
- ✓Revise and update CNC programs to eliminate errors, incorporate new technologies, and improve efficiency to meet delivery deadlines.
- ✓Coordinate with Quality Engineering to develop Process Control Plans, Manufacturing Inspection Plans, and gaging/fixturing requirements.
- ✓Additional
responsibilities
as outlined in the full job description.
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or related field; advanced degrees preferred.
- ✓At least 7 years of experience in a regulated industry, preferably medical device or aerospace manufacturing.
- ✓Project management experience, including planning, development, and execution.
- ✓Ability to read and interpret drawings and GD&T specifications.
- ✓Knowledge of manufacturing technologies and methods, quality standards, and compliance requirements.
- ✓Extensive experience transferring multidisciplinary products from development to production.
- ✓Experience in tooling identification and setting appropriate operating conditions.
- ✓Additional
qualifications
as specified in the full job description.
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Principal Applications Engineer/CNC Programmer
Join our team in CT! TOMZ Corporation, a leader in manufacturing devices and components for major medical device companies, is seeking a highly motivated Principal Application Engineer. We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including 401(k), health/dental, vision, and paid time off. Our modern, clean, and safe facility features state-of-the-art equipment and a commitment to continuous process improvement. TOMZ is registered with the FDA as a Class 2 and Class 3 Medical Device Manufacturer and is ISO 13485 certified.
Summary of position
Reporting to the Applications Manager, this role will oversee key production deliverables such as manufacturing planning, capacity planning, COGS estimation, process validations, capital equipment specifications, procurement, and production line setup. The position also involves coordinating new product launches. TOMZ specializes in high-precision metal machining, finishing, assembly, and anodize processes for medical devices.