Grind Machinist - 2nd/3rd Shift

Moog • Buffalo, NY

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Moog is seeking a skilled Grind Machinist to manufacture complex, high-precision components for flight-critical systems in its Military Aircraft Group. The parts support major production programs such as the F-35, MQ-25, and FLRAA. This is an onsite position in Buffalo, New York, and is eligible for a $3,500 sign-on bonus. Second- and third-shift employees receive a 10% shift differential.

The machinist works from blueprints, operation sheets, and verbal instructions to grind complex parts to close tolerances and high finish requirements. The role includes performing setups, selecting and dressing grinding wheels, operating different types of grinders, inspecting completed work, and participating in work planning and problem-solving within the Cell. The position requires enrollment and participation in Moog’s FAA Drug & Alcohol Program because it is Safety Sensitive Work subject to FAA regulations.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience as a Grind Machinist.
• Competency in reading and interpreting blueprints and written work instructions.
• Ability to select grinding wheels, properly dress the wheel, and run production parts according to drawing requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to hold tight tolerances, typically .001 +/- .0005, associated with precision machining.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; otherwise, demonstrated ability to understand and apply verbal, written, and computer work instructions or training in English, and perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Enrollment and participation in the company’s FAA Drug & Alcohol Program is required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Work from blueprints, operation sheets, and/or verbal instructions.
• Grind complex parts with intricate recessing, interim grooving, numerous steps, tapers, unusual contours, close tolerances, and/or high finish requirements using two or more of the following grinder types: cylindrical, internal, or surface.
• Perform setups, including chucking and aligning irregularly shaped parts and selecting appropriate wheels, speeds, feeds, and operating sequences.
• Dress wheels for forms including taper, steps, straight, and unusual forms.
• Inspect all work performed, set up or adjust gaging equipment, detect unusual conditions or deviant parts, and recognize errors in blueprints and operation sheets when needed.
• Participate in planning work within the Cell and help solve problems occurring within the Cell.

Benefits

• $3,500 sign-on bonus.
• Great compensation package.
• Annual profit sharing.
• Matching 401(k).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Holidays.
• Parental leave program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Plan and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Tuition assistance.
• Mentorship and coaching opportunities.
• Leadership development and other personal growth programs.
• Inclusive culture, Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.
• 10% shift differential pay for second- and third-shift employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED