Space and Defense Performance Leader - 3rd Shift

Moog Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential (3rd shift) 10%

Relocation assistance

Profit sharing

Job summary

Moog Inc. in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Space and Defense Performance Leader for the 3rd shift. You will supervise a team of 15-20 machinists, drive performance in safety, quality, delivery and cost, and collaborate with the Manufacturing Manager to implement impactful improvement plans.

The role emphasizes workforce planning, hiring, training and development, and continuous improvement to ensure readiness for today’s commitments and tomorrow’s challenges in an on-site setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years machine shop experience or an Associate with 4 years.
• Minimum 5 years direct management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage a team of 15-20 employees in a machine shop setting.
• Work with the Manufacturing Manager to develop and implement improvement plans to achieve high-impact results.
• Define, track, and measure short- and long-term team goals aligned with organizational strategy.
• Use standard work and production documentation to optimize personnel and equipment utilization, workflow, and cost efficiency.
• Hire, train, evaluate, and develop team members; manage performance and succession.
• Address employee relations issues; administer counseling, discipline and feedback.
• Ensure accurate employee time reporting and policy adherence.
• Support safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Lean/manufacturing tools

Communication

Production metrics analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Associate degree

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

Space and Defense Performance Leader - 3rd Shift

Reporting To

Manager, Process

Work Schedule

Onsite - Buffalo, NY

Our team in Space and Defense Group is looking for a Performance Leader to join them. You will report to the Process Manager and will have an onsite work schedule in East Aurora, NY.

As a Performance Leader, you'll take daily operational ownership of one or more teams in our Machine Shop. You'll lead a team of 15-20 machinists while driving performance in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. This role also plays a critical part in shaping team capability through workforce planning, hiring, training, development, and continuous improvement.

Performance Leaders are essential to the success of our manufacturing operations. You'll ensure our production teams are equipped to meet today's customer commitments and prepared for tomorrow's challenges. You'll work closely with site support functions and the Value Stream organization to keep processes aligned with site strategy and operational objectives.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline with 2 years' machine shop experience OR Associates degree with 4 years' machine shop experience.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years' direct management experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

As a Production Supervisor, You Will

• Supervise and manage a team of 15-20 employees in a machine shop setting.
• Work with the Manufacturing Manager to develop and implement improvement plans (Value Stream or Production Improvement Plans) to achieve high-impact results.
• Define, track, and measure short- and long-term team goals aligned with organizational strategy.
• Use established standard work and production documentation to optimize personnel and equipment utilization, workflow, and cost efficiency.
• Hire, train, evaluate, and develop team members; manage performance and succession/growth opportunities.
• Proactively address and resolve employee relations issues; administer counseling, discipline, and performance feedback fairly and consistently.
• Ensure accurate employee time reporting and consistent application of personnel policies.
• Support safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Experience with lean/manufacturing/process improvement tools (preferred).
• Effective communication and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Ability to analyze production metrics and drive corrective actions.

How We Care For You

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
• Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.
• Additional site-specific benefits may be offered
• 3rd shift employees receive a 10% shift differential

Salary Range Transparency

Buffalo, NY $75,000.00-110,000.00 Hourly

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

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