Moog Reading is currently recruiting for a Machinist to join the team. Within this role, you will set up and operate machines as directed by the Machine Shop Manager in order to ensure the work allocated to the machine shop is completed to the required quality, accuracy, cost, and timescale.,

Setting up machines for the jobs allocated.

Perform the machining required to the required specifications.

Make required calculations when performing layout and machining of angles, radii, location of milled slots, tapers, bores, etc.

Check work visually and with a variety of precision measuring devices including a comparator.

Assist in the inspection of goods inwards materials and final dimensional checks as per stamp register OPM F 041

Remove and replace dull/broken tooling

Sharpen cutting tools as necessary

Perform necessary benchwork

Assist in training department employees as assigned

Purchase and maintain tools necessary to perform the job

Maintain necessary records

Move material as necessary in the performance of duties

Detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials, and unusual conditions to the supervisor.

Maintain work area and equipment in clean, safe, and orderly condition

Follow established company rules and regulations and maintain quality standards

Assist Production Control when required to progress work through the factory.

Assist in other areas of the Company as required against reasonable requests.

An indentured apprenticeship, craft, or technical qualification is desirable, but the relevant specialist experience is acceptable

Minimum 5 years' experience in a machine shop environment.

Competent in setting up and using machine tools.

Competent in using precision measurement equipment.

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%, Employee Share Option in addition to an extensive Flexible Benefits Package.

This role is working 39 hours per week.