Mill/Turner, Nights - Mazak

Job Title

Mill/Turner

Location

Wolverhampton, GB (Onsite)

Work Schedule

Monday - Thursday 10pm - 6am and Friday 4pm - 9pm. Shift allowance 33%.

Job Description

Moog Aircraft Group is looking for a CNC Machinist to operate Mazak 3‑axis and 4‑axis machines in a precision engineering environment. The role involves machining high‑precision components from titanium, steel, and aluminum to tight tolerances.

Key Responsibilities

• Set, operate, and adjust Mazak CNC machines (3‑axis and 4‑axis), including mill‑turn centres.
• Machine complex components to tight tolerances and high surface finishes.
• Work with difficult and exotic materials such as titanium, stainless steel, and aluminum alloys.
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Carry out first‑off inspections and ongoing quality checks using measuring equipment, including CMM machinery.
• Identify and resolve machining or tooling issues to minimise scrap and downtime.
• Maintain machines and work area to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Work to production schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Key Skills & Experience

• Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Engineering / CNC Machining.
• Proven experience operating Mazak CNC machines.
• Strong background in 3‑axis and 4‑axis machining.
• Experience with complex mill‑turn operations.
• Confident machining titanium, steel, and aluminum.
• Strong understanding of cutting tools, feeds, speeds, and tool life management.
• Excellent ability to read and interpret technical drawings and GD&T.
• Competent with precision measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, CMM awareness).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. If clearance cannot be obtained, eligibility may be withdrawn on grounds of national security.

Benefits

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Life Assurance.
• Company pension contribution beginning at 6%.
• Employee Share Option.
• Extensive flexible benefits package.
• Hybrid working arrangements.

Equal Opportunities

Moog is an equal opportunities employer and ensures that all applicants are considered regardless of gender, age, race, religion, national origin, disability or marital status. Applicants are required to comply with baseline personnel security standard (BPSS) clearance for this role.

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