CMM Programmer

Job Title: CMM Programmer - Watertown, CT

Job Description

This specialized role requires a focus on regulatory compliance, rigorous testing procedures, and meticulous documentation to ensure that relevant products are safe, effective, and meet all relevant standards before reaching customers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all testing processes and product developments comply with relevant medical device regulations such as FDA (21 CFR Part 820) and other international standards.
• CMM programming - Pc-Dmis.
• Maintain thorough and accurate records of all testing procedures, results, and corrective actions to comply with regulatory audit requirements.
• Assist in internal and external audits by regulatory bodies, ensuring all processes meet the necessary compliance standards.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards associated with the medical device and develop mitigation strategies.
• Perform Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to systematically evaluate and document potential failure points and their impact on patient safety.
• Identify and document non-conformances in product quality or processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis for non-conformances and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address and prevent recurrence.
• Work closely with R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, and Clinical teams to ensure product quality throughout the development process.
• Provide training to team members and other departments on quality standards, testing procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Create and review detailed test protocols that include objectives, methods, acceptance criteria, and statistical methods.
• Execute test protocols, including software validation, biocompatibility testing, electrical safety testing, and sterilization validation, depending on the device, component, or assembly.
• Utilize statistical tools and methods to analyze test results, ensuring the reliability and repeatability of the results.

Essential Skills

• Quality engineering
• Quality assurance
• Audit
• Medical device expertise
• CMM programming
• GD&T
• Statistical analysis
• Root cause analysis
• Quality management systems
• Corrective action plans
• PFMEA

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field.
• 3 years' experience in validation or quality in a regulated industry.
• PC-Dmis programming
• Knowledge of FDA and 21 CFR Part 820 standards.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• Six Sigma Certifications
• Lead Auditor certification

This is a Permanent position based out of Watertown, CT.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Health & Wellness Medical Insurance: Multiple plan options, including telehealth services. Dental & Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Financial & Retirement 401(k) Plan with employer matching Charitable Gift Matching Life Insurance (Company-paid and supplemental options) Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage Time Off Paid Holidays Generous PTO Policy (up to 5 weeks based on tenure) Unlimited PTO (in some locations or roles) Sabbatical Leave Family & Parenting Maternity & Paternity Leave Pet Insurance Professional Development Live and On-Demand Learning Leadership Training Mentorship Matching Professional Development Budget Other Perks Auto/Home Group Insurance Discounts Accident and Critical Illness Coverage Inclusive Culture and Social Impact Initiatives

This is a fully onsite position in Watertown,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 7, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $80,000 - $120,000