Assembly & Test Technician

Moog
Tewkesbury
9 months ago
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Job Summary


Moog is recruiting for an Assembly and Test Technician to come and join our friendly team at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for our commercial Aircraft Group in Tewkesbury. In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out Assembly and Test tasks on Moog Products.

This will include cleaning of parts ready for assembly; building and testing Moog products; carrying out diagnostic tests to verify failure; disassembling products to carry out rework; flow matching operations and wire locking/labelling/finishing techniques.

This is a stamp holder position so we are looking for applications from individuals who can produce work of high quality and progress their own work through to final inspection. The role will require you to work in accordance with approved documentation, so we are looking for someone with excellent attention to detail who is skilled at following instructions.

This position offers a permanent afternoon shift following a 3-month training period. The working hours are Monday and Tuesday - 2pm to 9.15pm, Wednesday and Thursday - 2pm to 9.30pm and Friday - 11.30am to 7.30pm. In addition to an excellent basic salary, this role includes a shift allowance.


Key Skills
Previous experience within a similar role in a production environment (Aerospace or equivalent). You’ll need to demonstrate competent use of a range of relevant hand tools, gauges, and measuring equipment.
Ideally, the successful applicant will have completed an engineering apprenticeship (or equivalent) but we welcome applications from those who have gained this knowledge through considerable work experience.
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate diagnostic skills within a previous role and will possess the ability to understand basic Servo valve Operations.
Ideally, you will have been a stamp holder already in your career, if not able to demonstrate self-inspection of products to a high degree
Ideally, you’ll have worked with approved documentation in a previous role and demonstrated your ability to accurately record data.
The successful incumbents will be required to complete an eye test.
It would be a distinct advantage if you understand 5S principles, if not training will be provided. We’re looking for people who will actively participate to improve their 5S score.

In Return Moog can offer you:
You'll have access to career progression opportunities and learning and development programs that will empower you to grow both personally and professionally.
Enjoy a comprehensive Flexible Benefits Package, 33 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays), Private Medical Insurance, access to mental health support and expert financial advice. You'll also benefit from free parking, access to electric car charging, an onsite gym, Life Assurance, a Company Pension Contribution starting at 6%, Employee Share Options.
 

You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision
At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.


Note for Recruitment Agencies: We manage vacancies internally, preferring direct hiring and referrals for efficiency. When needed, we engage agencies from our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Speculative CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fee will apply.

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