Lathe Machinist I — 2nd Shift (Aerospace Precision)

Moog; East Aurora (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential (2nd/3rd shift)

Job summary

Moog in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Machinist I for the 2nd shift to perform CNC lathe machining with milling capabilities to close tolerances and complex geometry. You will inspect finished parts and ensure quality per blueprints, using micrometers and gauges.

We offer a $3,500 sign-on bonus, comprehensive benefits, competitive hourly pay in the $22–$27 range, and opportunities for growth in aerospace and defense programs.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience as a general machinist, CNC lathe experience preferred.
• Graduation from a formal manufacturing, machining, or CNC certification/training program may be accepted in lieu of the required manufacturing experience.
• Demonstrated ability to follow an escalation path as it applied to machining.
• Familiarity using various measuring equipment, including but not limited to, Micrometers and Dial Bore Gauges.
• Competency in reading and interpreting blueprints and written work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform set‑ups and run parts on a CNC lathe with milling capabilities to close tolerances, fine finishes, and complex geometry.
• Be responsible for the inspection of all work performed, setting up or adjusting gaging equipment, detecting unusual conditions, deviant parts; and when needed recognizing errors in blueprints and operation sheets.
• Interpret complex drawings, including GD&T blueprints, sketches and operation sheets

Skills

Blueprint reading

Escalation path

Machining quality control

Education

CNC certification / training program

Tools

CNC lathe

Micrometers

Dial Bore Gauges

Job description

Moog in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Machinist I for the 2nd shift to perform CNC lathe machining with milling capabilities to close tolerances and complex geometry. You will inspect finished parts and ensure quality per blueprints, using micrometers and gauges.

We offer a $3,500 sign-on bonus, comprehensive benefits, competitive hourly pay in the $22–$27 range, and opportunities for growth in aerospace and defense programs.