Machinist III, 1st shift

Moog Inc.•Torrance, CA

17d•$35 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Moog's Military Aircraft Group is seeking an experienced Machinist III for the 1st shift (6:00 am - 2:30 pm) to join their team at the aerospace plant in Torrance, CA. This role reports to the Performance Leader. Moog's Military Aircraft Group is a global leader in designing primary and secondary flight control actuation systems (FCAS) for military aircraft, including advanced platforms like the F-35 Lightning II and the V280 Valor. Moog is headquartered in East Aurora, NY, with over 14,000 employees across 20+ countries, offering a culture that fosters job satisfaction, rewards, and a high quality of life.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED preferred. Otherwise, demonstrated ability to understand and apply all verbal, written and computer work instructions or training in English, and demonstrated ability to perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
7 years or more of Shaping Machining experience (Gleason Shaper, Hobbing experience, Gear cutting machines)
Complete understanding of gear making / shaping / Skiving.
Ability to measure gears ID/OD (MOW, MBW) use of dyer gauges, Knowledge, and experience with CMM reports and how to read reports with all gear measurements.
Blueprint Reading: Interpreting complex GD&T symbols and gear data charts
Precision Measurement: Proficient with micrometers, calipers
Math Proficiency: Strong understanding of trigonometry and gear geometry formulas
CNC Programming: Editing G-code and M-code at the machine control
Mechanical Aptitude: Troubleshooting machine setups and tool wear independently
Material Knowledge: Understanding shear strengths of varied alloy steels
Maintain Efficiency: Achieve target cycle times and meet daily part-count quotas
Monitor Quality: Conduct first-piece and in-process inspections using micrometers, calipers, and GD&T blueprints
Tooling Management: Recognize tool wear early, change inserts, and accurately update machine offsets
Minimize Downtime: Perform rapid setups and changeovers to keep production lines running smoothly

Nice To Haves

Experience with Gleason Shaper P500
Experience with Gleason Shaper GP300
Experience with Gleason Hobbing Machine H400
Experience with Okuma Multi-Pallet Machine Center 5-axis
Experience with Multi-Axis Mills: 5-axis vertical/horizontal machining centers (Okuma)
Experience with Multi-Tasking Lathes: CNC turning centers with live tooling, Y-axis, and sub-spindles
Experience with Swiss-Style Lathes: Citizen or Star machines for high-precision, small-diameter components
Experience with Automated Cells: Systems integrated with robotic parts loaders or pallet changers
Specialized Machine Experience: Gleason Shapers: Operating and setting up
Specialized Machine Experience: Gear Hobbing: Tooling setup for horizontal/vertical hobbing machines
Specialized Machine Experience: Gear Skiving: High-speed power skiving for internal and external gears
Specialized Machine Experience: Gear Shaping: Operating Fellows-style stroke shapers for internal splines

Responsibilities

Sets up and operates proficiently two or more different types manual or CNC machines such as: Profiling, Hones, Gleason Reciprocators, Gleason Generators, Milling Turning, Drilling and Grinding, producing quality production hardware.
Plans sequence of operation using available tooling or improving tooling as necessary.
Performs a complete range of operations on all types of materials on Okuma lathe.
Meets production time standards on work assignments.
Performs set-ups and all other machinist level functions.
Operates machines outside his/her area of expertise and to deburr parts.
Participates in the planning of work within the Cell and to help solve problems occurring within the Cell.
Inspects all work performed; detecting unusual conditions, defective materials, and deviate parts; and recognizing errors in blueprints and operation sheets.
Applies good knowledge of practical shop mathematics.
Uses a wide variety of shop precision measuring instruments for setting up and checking work, including comparator charts for first piece buy-off and in-process monitoring of hardware.
Performs block checks on NC or CNC machines and detects errors in tapes to prevent scrap.
Assists NC Programming Department using edits to resolve errors in a timely manner as required.
Performs other work as required.

Benefits

great compensation package
bonus opportunities
matching 401k
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations)
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Flexible paid time off
holidays
parental leave program
relocation assistance
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages
Tuition Assistance
mentorship and coaching opportunities
leadership development and other personal growth programs