Machinist

Achieve remarkable things for our customers, for the company, and for each other
Experience job satisfaction in a performance culture that empowers and inspires
Enjoy the challenge of creating things that the rest of the world only dreamed of
Moog culture is fundamentally about respect. 

Job Summary

Moog Reading is currently recruiting for a  Machinist to join the team. Within this role, you will set up and operate machines as directed by the Machine Shop Manager in order to ensure the work allocated to the machine shop is completed to the required quality, accuracy, cost, and timescale.

Key Responsibilities 

• Setting up machines for the jobs allocated.
• Perform the machining required to the required specifications.
• Make required calculations when performing layout and machining of angles, radii, location of milled slots, tapers, bores, etc.
• Check work visually and with a variety of precision measuring devices including a comparator.
• Assist in the inspection of goods inwards materials and final dimensional checks as per stamp register OPM F 041
• Remove and replace dull/broken tooling
• Sharpen cutting tools as necessary
• Perform necessary benchwork
• Assist in training department employees as assigned
• Purchase and maintain tools necessary to perform the job
• Maintain necessary records
• Move material as necessary in the performance of duties
• Detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials, and unusual conditions to the supervisor.
• Maintain work area and equipment in clean, safe, and orderly condition
• Follow established company rules and regulations and maintain quality standards
• Assist Production Control when required to progress work through the factory.
• Assist in other areas of the Company as required against reasonable requests.

Key skills and experience

• An indentured apprenticeship, craft, or technical qualification is desirable, but the relevant specialist experience is acceptable
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a machine shop environment.
• Competent in setting up and using machine tools.
• Competent in using precision measurement equipment.

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role, and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. For further information please visit www.gov.uk.

In Return Moog can offer you

• A longstanding career within a culture of trust and innovation.
• 33 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays).
• Benefits include Life Assurance, Company Pension Contribution beginning at 6%, Employee Share Option in addition to an extensive Flexible Benefits Package.
• This role is working 39 hours per week.

You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision

At Moog, we believe in the people who work for us. As part of our investment in our people, we make diversity, equity, and inclusion a priority. Our goal is to create a culture where we value, respect, and provide fair treatment and equal opportunities for all employees.

Moog aspires to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company where employees are empowered to bring their whole, authentic selves to work every day.

By recognizing and celebrating our differences, we cultivate an environment that’s the right fit for every person inside of it. Moog is a place where employees are empowered to bring their whole, authentic selves to work every day.

It is our core belief that if we take care of our employees, they will take care of our customers, partners, shareholders, and communities where we live and work.

Working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

You Can Do This

Once you apply for a position with Moog your CV will be held on our central recruitment management database. If you would prefer that your details are not retained by Moog, please contact us.