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Summary of Position:
TOMZ is looking for a highly motivated Quality Engineer Intern who is eager to apply what they have learned and join our team in Berlin, CT! Â Reporting to the Quality Engineering Manager, this internship will support activities related to Quality Design & Development control and assurance during the Product Development Process (PDP). The intern will assist with ongoing design and development efforts, as well as provide support for sustaining manufacturing and product distribution.
 Essential Functions:
- Assist in the development and execution of Quality Plans for product design and development projects
- Support engineering teams in creating and updating Risk Management documentation based on project needs
- Help develop risk-based validation strategies and contribute to verification and validation (V&V) activities.Â
- Assist with operational and process qualifications for manufacturing processes.
- Support test method development and participate in validation activities to assess effectiveness.
- Help implement inspection plans for incoming, in-process, and final products.
- Assist in developing sampling plans and documenting test and inspection methods.
- Participate in design reviews as a Quality Engineering representative (as appropriate).
- Support audit preparation and activities for customers and regulatory agencies.
- Assist with supplier and vendor qualification activities, including audits and assessments.
- Contribute to quality best practices and continuous improvement initiatives
- Apply basic problem-solving skills to help identify and resolve quality issues
- Support compliance with the Quality Management System and training requirements
- Assist in the development of Quality Agreements for external customers
- Follow all TOMZ Quality Management System requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Life Sciences, or a related fieldÂ
- Basic understanding of engineering or quality principles through coursework or projectsÂ
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skillsÂ
- Effective written and verbal communication skillsÂ
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environmentÂ
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Â
- Preferred:
- Exposure to quality systems, such as Quality Management Systems (QMS), GDP, or GMPÂ
- Familiarity with risk management concepts (e.g., FMEA)Â
- Knowledge of validation concepts (IQ/OQ/PQ) or test method validationÂ
- Experience with data analysis or problem-solving tools (e.g., root cause analysis, 5 Whys)Â
- Previous internship, co-op, or project experience in a manufacturing or regulated environmentÂ
- Interest in medical device, manufacturing, or regulated industries
 Education:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Biomedical, Industrial), Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field
- Junior or Senior standing preferred
Experience:
Required
- No prior professional experience required
- Hands-on experience through coursework, academic projects, or lab work
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