Skilled Sliding Head Lathe Machinist - AM​/PM

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.

Skilled Sliding Head Lathe Machinist - AM/PM

Cell Leader (Machinst)

Onsite – Tewkesbury, G

Moog Commercial Aircraft Group is looking for an experienced Star Sliding Head Lathe Setter who’s ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role. Working on a permanent night shift, you’ll be an essential part of a high performing manufacturing cell, ensuring production targets are achieved and that every component meets strict quality standards. This position offers a competitive basic salary, a shift allowance, and an excellent benefits package, along with strong long-term career development opportunities.

2-Week Rotating AM/PM

This role operates on a two-weekly rotation between AM and PM shifts.

AM: Mon–Thurs 6:00am–2:15pm ;
Fri 6:15am–11:45am

PM: Mon–Tues 2:00pm–9:15pm;
Wed–Thurs 2:00pm–9:30pm;
Fri 11:30am–7:30pm

• Setup and operate a range of Star Sliding Head Lathes
• Engage in daily problem solving and assist in driving enhancements to the manufacturing processes.
• Carry out inspection checks using a variety of manual and automated metrology equipment.
• Conduct self-inspections and complete necessary quality audits to obtain self-certification inspection stamps.
• Work from approved engineering drawings, inspection plans, and shop documentation, accurately recording required data
• Adopt and implement lean manufacturing principles in line with Moog’s standards.
• Maintenance:
  Perform basic preventative maintenance on machinery as per company policy.

• Significant experience setting Star Sliding Head lathes
• A recognized apprenticeship in machining or a related field
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to work to extremely tight tolerances and have a perfectionist’s mentality to quality
• Proficient in inspecting components with diverse manual and automated metrology equipment to ensure dimensional accuracy
• Demonstrate daily problem solving skills and overcome challenges through the effective use of your own initiative
• The ability to read and interpret a range of different manufacturing drawings for complex components working in both metric and imperial.
• A good understanding of GD&T principles
• A positive attitude towards lean manufacturing tools and techniques, including 5S

We review applications on an ongoing basis, and the job posting will be closed once a suitable candidate is selected. We recommend all interested individuals to apply as soon as possible.

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, an onsite gym, Generous Life Assurance, a Company Pension Contribution starting at 6%, an Employee Share Option, and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

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.

Note for Recruitment Agencies:
We manage vacancies internally, preferring direct hiring and referrals for efficiency. When needed, we engage agencies from our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Speculative CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fee will apply.