Space and Defense Performance Leader - 3rd Shift

Position

Space and Defense Performance Leader – 3rd Shift (Onsite, East Aurora, NY)

Responsible for daily operational ownership of one or more machine shop teams of 15–20 machinists, driving performance in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost while shaping team capability through workforce planning, hiring, training, development, and continuous improvement.

• Supervise and manage a team of 15–20 employees in a machine shop setting.
• Collaborate with the Manufacturing Manager to develop and implement improvement plans (Value Stream or Production Improvement Plans) to achieve high‑impact results.
• Define, track, and measure short‑ and long‑term team goals aligned with organizational strategy.
• Use established standard work and production documentation to optimize personnel and equipment utilization, workflow, and cost efficiency.
• Hire, train, evaluate, and develop team members; manage performance and succession/growth opportunities.
• Proactively address and resolve employee relations issues; administer counseling, discipline, and performance feedback fairly and consistently.
• Ensure accurate employee time reporting and consistent application of personnel policies.
• Support safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with 2years’ machine‑shop experience, or associate’s degree with 4years’ machine‑shop experience.
• Minimum 5years’ direct management experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong leadership and people‑management skills.
• Experience with lean/manufacturing/process improvement tools (preferred).
• Effective communication and conflict‑resolution abilities.
• Ability to analyze production metrics and drive corrective actions.

• Competitive salary: $75,000–$110,000 per year.
• Annual profit sharing and matching 401(k).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan.
• Tuition assistance, mentorship, coaching, leadership development, and other professional growth programs.
• Inclusive culture with Employee Resource Groups.
• Shift differential: additional 10% compensation for 3rd shift employees.

Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.