Lathe & Hone Aerospace Operator

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**: Lathe & Hone Aerospace Operator **Work Schedule:** Onsite – Wolverhampton, GBR Lathe & Hone Aerospace Operator =============================== ### Precision Engineering | Aerospace Manufacturing | Career Progression Are you an experienced machinist with a passion for precision engineering? Do you take pride in producing high-quality components to the tightest tolerances? If so, we want to hear from you. We're looking for a **Lathe & Hone Aerospace Operator** to join our growing aerospace manufacturing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on critical aerospace components in a quality-driven environment where your skills and attention to detail will make a real impact. What You'll Be Doing -------------------- As a Lathe & Hone Aerospace Operator, you'll be responsible for machining and refurbishing precision aerospace components, ensuring every part meets stringent industry standards and customer specifications. Your duties will include: ✅ Setting up and operating **Colchester lathes** and **Sunnen honing equipment** ✅ Machining aerospace components to extremely tight tolerances ✅ Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions ✅ Selecting appropriate tooling, fixtures, cutting parameters, and honing stones ✅ Carrying out in-process and final inspections using: * Micrometers * Vernier calipers * Bore gauges * Dial indicators * CMM equipment (where applicable) ✅ Monitoring machine performance and making adjustments to maintain quality standards ✅ Deburring, cleaning, and finishing components ✅ Completing production and quality documentation accurately ✅ Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity ✅ Maintaining a safe and compliant working environment What We're Looking For ---------------------- ### Essential Experience * Previous experience operating **Colchester lathes** and **Sunnen honing machines** * Background in precision engineering, aerospace, or high-specification manufacturing * Ability to work confidently to tight tolerances, often within microns * Strong understanding of machining principles and metal-cutting processes * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T * Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment * Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills * Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality ### Desirable Experience * Aerospace manufacturing experience * Knowledge of AS9100 quality standards * Experience working with aerospace materials including: * Titanium * Inconel * Stainless Steel * Aluminium Alloys Qualifications -------------- * Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing or Machining * Aerospace-related qualifications or experience would be advantageous What You'll Bring ----------------- We're looking for someone who is: * Safety-focused and quality-driven * Reliable, organised, and dependable * A strong team player with excellent communication skills * Capable of working independently and managing their workload * Flexible with shifts and overtime when required Why Join Us? ------------ 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 ### You'll Benefit From: * Working on industry-leading aerospace projects * A supportive and skilled engineering team * Opportunities for career development and progression * A modern manufacturing environment with high-quality equipment * Being part of a business committed to continuous improvement and excellence Working Environment ------------------- This role is based within a busy manufacturing facility and will involve: * Wearing PPE * Standing for extended periods * Manual handling of components and tooling * Potential shift work depending on business requirements