2nd Shift Machinist (Entry Level) – Hands-On Training

Moog Inc.; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select)

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Moog Inc. in Blacksburg, VA is seeking a 2nd Shift Entry Level Machinist. This role offers hands-on training in a supportive, growth-oriented environment with a focus on precision manufacturing.

As an entry level machinist, you will operate drill presses, lathes, milling machines, and grinders, while learning to handle turning tools, taps and dies, and a range of hand tools. High school diploma or GED and machine technology program completion are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred; ability to follow verbal, written and computer work instructions in English.
• At least one-year completion of an approved Machine Technology program.
• ATDM graduates encouraged to apply.
• Proficiency in general mathematics.
• Knowledge of machine shop gauges and machines.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic drill press, lathe, milling machine, and grinding operations.
• Care and application of turning/plunge and form tools.
• Operate shear vise, tapping machine, and understand taps and dies (metric and standard).
• Operate various power hand tools, grinders, drills, belt sanders, and sanders.
• Operate power band saws and cut off saws; manage speeds, feeds, and blade selection.

Skills

Math proficiency

Understanding instructions

Tool handling

ATDM graduates encouraged

General awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Machine Technology program completion

Tools

Machine shop gauges

Job description

Moog Inc. in Blacksburg, VA is seeking a 2nd Shift Entry Level Machinist. This role offers hands-on training in a supportive, growth-oriented environment with a focus on precision manufacturing.

As an entry level machinist, you will operate drill presses, lathes, milling machines, and grinders, while learning to handle turning tools, taps and dies, and a range of hand tools. High school diploma or GED and machine technology program completion are preferred.