Moog Inc.
Gear Cutter - Night Shift
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Job Title
Gear Cutter - Night Shift
Reporting To
Manager, Manufacturing
Work Schedule
Onsite – Wolverhampton, GBR
Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.
Moog Aircraft Group is looking for an apprentice-trained, experienced Gear cutter machinist at our facility based in Wolverhampton. At Moog, we're focused on the customer and for us, this means designing complex mechanical products that are often bespoke and high-profile. Our Machinists work to exceptionally close tolerance, an essential requirement of the aerospace industry.
As a Gear Cutter, You Will
- Set up, run, and monitors specialized gear-manufacturing machines (such as conventional or CNC gear shapers and hobbers) to cut precise internal and external gear teeth, splines
- Install specialized gear shaper cutters, align workpieces on arbors or chucks, and adjust stroke lengths, speeds, and feed parameters
- Perform first-off inspections and complete necessary quality documentation.
- Inspect finished gears using precision measuring instruments like micrometers, vernier calipers, and gear-testing equipment(Kling)
- Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, technical specifications, and gear data.
- Proven experience in a machine shop environment
- Competent in setting up and using machine tools
- Confident in using precision measurement equipment.
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To be considered for this role, here's what you'll typically bring:
- Recognised engineering apprenticeship.
- Previous experience in an engineering/manufacturing role, ideally within the aerospace industry.
- Strong knowledge of machining techniques and appropriate tooling.
- Attention to detail, accuracy, and process improvement techniques.
- Proficiency in using relevant inspection techniques/equipment to achieve drawing tolerances.
- Over 5 years experience on different gear cutting /gear shaper machines (LFS, Lorenz)
Additional Information
This role follows a day shift pattern for the training period and in the future lead night shift shifts. Candidates must be self-certified and hold a quality stamp after the qualifying period.
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
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- You'll have access to career progression opportunities and learning and development programs that will empower you to grow both personally and professionally.
- Enjoy a comprehensive Flexible Benefits Package, 33 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays), Private Medical Insurance, access to mental health support and expert financial advice. You'll also benefit from free parking, access to electric car charging, Life Assurance, a Company Pension Contribution starting at 6%, Employee Share Option.
You Matter At Moog – Our Mission And Vision
At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.
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