Masker

Moog Wolverhampton Limited; 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

Life Assurance

Job summary

Moog Aircraft Group in Wolverhampton is seeking a Masker to join our masking team in the special processing paint shop. You will prepare aerospace components for painting, masking with tapes and masking materials, and read engineering drawings to ensure correct coverage.

This hands-on role requires shift work, attention to quality, and adherence to Nadcap and Moog Quality Systems. You will also perform de-masking, operate equipment, and support continuous improvement initiatives while

Qualifications

• Factory or manufacturing experience (shift work).
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Engineering or Aerospace background preferred.
• Strong communication skills.
• Good attitude, willing to listen, learn, and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare components for painting processes, primarily through masking using tapes and masking materials.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and process specifications.
• Operate in line with quality standards, including Nadcap and Moog Quality Systems.
• Safely handle hazardous substances and comply with all chemical HS&E procedures.
• Conduct daily monitoring of equipment.
• Perform inspections using micrometers, verniers, plug gauges, etc., ensuring parts meet specification.
• Support quality investigations and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Carry out de-masking and stripping tasks as needed.

Skills

Factory experience

Reading drawings

Engineering/Aerospace background

Strong communication skills

Positive attitude

Education

Engineering/Aerospace background

NVQ Level 3 qualification

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

Masker

Reporting To

Management, General Manufacturing & Operations

Work Schedule

Onsite – Wolverhampton, GBR

Job Summary

Moog Aircraft Group is looking for a Masker, to join the team at our facility based in Wolverhampton. At Moog we're focused on the customer and for us this means designing complex mechanical products that are often bespoke and high profile. Our team works to exceptionally close tolerance, an essential requirement of the aerospace industry. In this role, you will be responsible for masking aerospace components to be processed. This is a hands‑on role within the masking team in our special processing paint shop, responsible for preparing aerospace components for painting operations through masking.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare components for painting processes, primarily through masking using tapes and masking materials.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and process specifications.
• Operate in line with quality standards, including Nadcap and Moog Quality Systems.
• Safely handle hazardous substances and comply with all chemical HS&E procedures.
• Conduct daily monitoring of equipment.
• Perform inspections using micrometers, verniers, plug gauges, etc., ensuring parts meet specification.
• Support quality investigations and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Carry out de-masking and stripping tasks as needed.

Experience & Skills

Essential:

• Factory or manufacturing experience (shift work).
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Engineering or Aerospace background preferred.
• Strong communication skills.
• Good attitude, willing to listen, learn, and reliable.

Desirable:

• Aerospace experience.
• NVQ Level 3 qualification.

Personal Attributes

• Flexible, proactive, and keen to work as part of a team.
• Calm under pressure and adaptable to change.
• Willing to participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

This role may require the individual to work a shift pattern and overtime when requested. The role requires the candidate to be self-certified and a quality stamp holder after qualifying period.

Our people enjoy tackling interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other. Working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

We offer a competitive salary plus a flexible benefits package including pension, healthcare and life assurance.

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 www.gov.uk.

In Return

Moog can offer you:

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, Life Assurance, a Company Pension contribution starting at 6%, Employee Share Options.

You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision

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.

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