CNC Manufacturing Applications Engineer Medical Device Machining
Company: TOMZ Manufacturing Corp
Location: Big Lake
Posted on: January 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description What you’ll impact Drive the
performance of Turning, Milling, and Grinding operations for
complex medical devices. You will lead new product programming,
elevate legacy programs for throughput, standardize code to current
best practices, and research and implement new tooling and process
technologies—collaborating across functions to meet production
goals. A day in the life You start your day reviewing models and
prints for a new implant line, selecting tools, speeds, and feeds
based on shop standards, customer specs, and machine capabilities.
Midday, you’re on the floor setting up and proving out
first-article parts on a multi-axis cell, then revising code to
remove inefficiencies. In the afternoon, you huddle with Quality
Engineering to finalize Process Control Plans and Manufacturing
Inspection Plans, and close the day documenting standard
programming methods that can be deployed across multiple sites.
What you’ll do Program diverse CNC platforms (milling, turning,
grinding; multi-spindle, multi-axis, Swiss) across multiple sites
to support critical, high-value medical device, implant, and
instrument projects. Interpret drawings, 3D models, and sketches to
define cut strategies, tools, speeds/feeds, and machine parameters
aligned with shop processes and customer requirements. Partner on
process development and DFM with internal and external teams.
Continuously refine and update CNC programs to eliminate errors and
integrate new methods/technologies to improve efficiency and
on-time delivery. Collaborate with Quality Engineering to develop
Process Control Plans, Manufacturing Inspection Plans, and
determine gaging/fixturing needs. Perform machine set-ups to
produce first-article components and short-run NPI work; support
occasional small production runs. Design fixtures for
downstream/post-processing operations. Adhere to the TOMZ Quality
Management System and perform other duties as assigned. Education
Associate degree in a technical or scientific field, or equivalent
practical experience. Experience 5 years of CNC programming and
machine set-up in a medical device manufacturing environment or
closely related industry. Qualifications Deep knowledge of NC code,
tooling, and manufacturing processes. Proficiency with CAD/CAM;
SolidWorks and Esprit preferred. Strong blueprint reading skills
and working knowledge of GD&T. Clear, effective communicator
with internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to
use logic and reasoning to solve complex problems. Physical
requirements Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and kneel; lift up to
50 lbs. Team lift or mechanical assist required above 50 lbs.
Exposure to oils, grease, industrial noise, cleaning solvents,
dust, metal particles, sparks, coolants, and sharp edges; PPE such
as safety glasses, dust masks, ear plugs, and cut-resistant or
chemical-resistant gloves, plus engineering controls, may be
required. Regular keyboard entry and frequent computer use.
Keywords: TOMZ Manufacturing Corp, Minneapolis , CNC Manufacturing Applications Engineer Medical Device Machining, Engineering , Big Lake, Minnesota
