Mill/Turner, Nights in Wolverhampton

• Job Title
• Mill/Turner, Nights
• Overview

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.

The role involves machining high‑precision components from titanium, steel, and aluminum 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 offline; ISO/EIA programming experience may be useful for out‑of‑hours troubleshooting.

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.
• Use the in‑house Solumina interface for process stage sketches and technical specifications.
• Perform offsetting and tool compensation for process control; apply speed and feed adjustments for troubleshooting.
• Carry out first‑off inspections and ongoing quality checks using 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 Level3 (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 aluminium.
• 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.
• Shift Schedule

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.

If 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.

Benefits

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Life assurance.
• Company pension contribution beginning at 6%.
• Employee share option.
• Extensive flexible benefits package.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
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