Deburr Operator

Moog Inc.; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

33 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Mental health support and financial-ad

Generous life assurance

Company pension contribution (from 6%)

Employee share options

Free onsite parking

EV charging

Job summary

Moog Inc. is seeking a Deburr Operator to support our aerospace manufacturing operation in Wolverhampton. You will transform machined components into finished products for flight-critical applications, ensuring quality and precision throughout the process.

Training will occur on days, followed by a shift pattern of mornings and afternoons (6am–2pm, 2pm–10pm) with a shift allowance. We offer a flexible benefits package, extensive annual leave, private medical insurance, life assurance, and

Qualifications

• Previous experience in deburring, metal finishing, polishing, or precision manufacturing.
• Able to read engineering drawings and work with detailed components.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools and measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Remove burrs, sharp edges, and excess material from machined aerospace components.
• Perform finishing activities including polishing, blending, chamfering, and radiusing.
• Ensure parts meet surface finish and dimensional requirements.
• Inspect components using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and visual inspection tools; report non-conformances.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Hand-eye coordination

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Measuring equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Visual inspection tools

Job description

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

Deburr Operator

Work Schedule

Onsite – Wolverhampton, GBR

Deburr Operator

Precision Engineering | Aerospace Manufacturing | Wolverhampton

Do you take pride in producing high-quality work and have an eye for detail?

Join our team and play a vital role in manufacturing precision aerospace components that help keep the world moving safely and efficiently.

We're looking for a Deburr Operator to support our aerospace manufacturing operation by ensuring machined components meet exacting quality and performance standards. Working with highly engineered parts, you'll be responsible for transforming machined components into finished products ready for assembly and flight-critical applications.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a precision engineering environment where quality, craftsmanship, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Deburr Operator, You'll Be Responsible For

Precision Finishing & Deburring

• Removing burrs, sharp edges, and excess material from machined aerospace components.
• Performing finishing activities including polishing, blending, chamfering, and radiusing.
• Ensuring parts meet exact surface finish and dimensional requirements.
• Working carefully with intricate and high-value aerospace components.

Quality & Inspection

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and manufacturing instructions.
• Inspecting components using measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and visual inspection tools.
• Identifying and reporting any non-conformances.
• Maintaining the highest standards of quality and attention to detail.

Supporting Manufacturing Operations

• Collaborating closely with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams.
• Preparing components for downstream processes including coating, assembly, and shipment.
• Following established aerospace quality and safety standards.

Equipment Care

• Maintaining deburring tools and equipment in good working order.
• Reporting wear, damage, or maintenance requirements promptly.
• Ensuring a safe and organised work area.

What We're Looking For

We're Interested In Candidates Who Can Demonstrate

• Previous experience in deburring, metal finishing, polishing, or precision manufacturing.
• Strong manual dexterity and excellent hand-eye coordination.
• The ability to work accurately with small, detailed, and complex components.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and technical instructions.
• A keen eye for detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.

Desirable Experience

• Aerospace, automotive, machining, or precision engineering experience.
• Knowledge of AS9100, ISO9001, or similar quality standards.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience working with materials such as aluminium, titanium, or composites.

Training will be on days, then you will move to a shift pattern of mornings and afternoons. (6am - 2pm, 2pn-10pm) which attracts a shift allowance.

What We Offer

• Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance, mental health support, and financial advice
• Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)
• Employee share options, free onsite parking, and EV charging

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