Mill/Turner, Nights - Mazak

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. Job Title : Mill/Turner, Nights Work Schedule: Onsite – Wolverhampton, GBR Job Description Moog Aircraft Group are currently seeking a skilled CNC Machinist with proven experience operating Mazak 3‑axis and 4‑axis machines, including complex mill‑turn applications to join our team at our Wolverhampton facility. The role involves machining high‑precision components from titanium, steel, and aluminum, working to tight tolerances and quality standards in a production or aerospace/precision engineering environment. Programming is not a requirement as all shop programs are produced off-line by our Manufacturing Engineering department, but some ISO/EIA programming experience may be useful in out of hours trouble shooting but not a core requirement. Key Responsibilities Set, operate, and adjust Mazak CNC machines (3‑axis and 4‑axis), including mill‑turn centres. Machine complex components to tight tolerances and high surface finish requirements Work with difficult and exotic materials including titanium, stainless steel, and aluminum alloys Interpret and work from engineering drawings and technical specifications Operators will not normally see a cad model in usual operating conditions. They will work with process stage sketches, tech specs and drawing references where required, using the in-house Solumina interface. Solumina experience will not need to be a requirement here though as it is easily picked up for shop use. Offsetting and tool compensation for process control is essential and some experience of speed / feed use may be preferrable for out of hours troubleshooting. Carry out first‑off inspections and ongoing quality checks using a variety of measuring equipment, including CMM machinery. Identify and resolve machining or tooling issues to minimise scrap and downtime Maintain machines and work area to ensure safe and efficient operation Work to production schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards Key Skills & Experience Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Engineering / CNC Machining preferred Relevant manufacturing or machining certifications advantageous Proven experience operating Mazak CNC machines Strong background in 3‑axis and 4‑axis machining Experience with complex mill‑turn operations Confident machining titanium, steel, and aluminum Strong understanding of cutting tools, feeds, speeds, and tool life management Excellent ability to read and interpret technical drawings and GD&T Competent with precision measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, CMM awareness) Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality You will work Monday - Thursday 10pm - 6am and Friday 4pm - 9pm. Shift allowance is 33% 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 . In Return Moog can offer you: A longstanding career within a culture of trust and innovation. 33 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays). Benefits include Life Assurance, Company Pension Contribution beginning at 6%, and Employee Share Option in addition to an extensive Flexible Benefits Package, and Hybrid working arrangements. You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision At Moog, we believe in the people who work for us. As part of our investment in our people, we make diversity, equity, and inclusion a priority. Our goal is to create a culture where we value, respect, and provide fair treatment and equal opportunities for all employees. Moog aspires to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company where employees are empowered to bring their whole, authentic selves to work every day. By recognizing and celebrating our differences, we cultivate an environment that’s the right fit for every person inside of it. It is our core belief that if we take care of our employees, they will take care of our customers, partners, shareholders, and communities where we live and work. Working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work. You Can Do This! Once you apply for a position with Moog your CV will be held on our central recruitment management database. 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