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Moog

Lathe Machinist III - 2nd Shift

Buffalo, NY

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Role family
Skilled trades
Seniority
Senior
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
27 Sept 2026

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the posting

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 Machinist III - 2nd Shift

Reporting To:

Performance Leader

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Buffalo, NY Ready to take your machining career to the next level? Our Industrial Group is looking for a skilled Lathe Machinist to join their team. In this role, you'll work with advanced manufacturing technologies to produce complex, high-precision components while contributing to innovative solutions for aerospace and industrial customers worldwide. If you're motivated by problem-solving, precision, and continuous learning, you'll find exciting opportunities to grow your skills and build a rewarding career with a company known for its machining excellence.

This position is eligible for a $3,500 sign-on bonus. To qualify, candidates must submit their application between July 20, 2026, and November 30, 2026, and is subject to the terms of the bonus agreement.

To be considered for this role, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

  • High School diploma or GED preferred. Otherwise, demonstrated ability to understand and apply all verbal, written and computer work instructions or training in English, and demonstrated ability to perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
  • At least 4 years of experience as a CNC Lathe Machinist, working on Lathe machines with Mill capabilities.
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of G-Code
  • Knowledge of Fanuc controls and STAR Swiss-type Automatic Lathes a plus
  • Having knowledge of B axis Mill Turns with main and sub spindle a plus.

As a Lathe Machinist, you will:

  • Work under minimum supervision and help in the planning of work and solving of problems within the cell.
  • 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

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

2nd and 3rd shift employees receive 10% shift differential pay.

Salary Range Transparency:

  • Buffalo, NY $32.00–$37.00 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.

Moog offers an inclusive workplace, and, as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787.

No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Absent compliance with these pre-conditions resumes submitted directly to any Moog Inc. employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Moog Inc.

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