Jig Bore Operator

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Jig Bore Operator to join our team at Moog Inc. located in Wolverhampton, England. Our company prides itself on a performance-driven culture that empowers employees to tackle challenging technical tasks with trust and integrity. The role involves setting up, operating, and maintaining jig boring machines to produce components with extremely high tolerances used in tooling, fixtures, gauges, and other precision engineering applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate DeVlieg and Genevoise jig boring machines to manufacture precision parts.
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings, specifications, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Precisely position, align, and secure workpieces using suitable tooling and fixtures.
• Carry out boring, drilling, reaming, and milling operations to exact tolerance levels.
• Perform initial and in-process inspections utilizing precision measuring instruments.
• Use devices like micrometers, verniers, bore gauges, and height gauges to confirm dimensional accuracy.
• Manually adjust machines to meet required tolerances and finish standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the workshop following health and safety guidelines.
• Conduct routine maintenance on machines and promptly report any machine defects.
• Collaborate effectively with machinists, quality assurance, and engineering colleagues.
• Ensure all finished products satisfy customer and company quality criteria.
• Keep accurate records of production and inspections to maintain traceability.

Required Experience & Skills

• Demonstrated experience operating DeVlieg and Genevoise jig boring machines.
• Background in precision machining, toolmaking, or manufacturing settings.
• Capable of consistently working to tight dimensional tolerances.
• Strong knowledge of engineering blueprints, GD&T principles, and machining methods.
• Proficient in using precision measuring and inspection tools.
• Competent at troubleshooting and resolving machining issues.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision demonstrating reliability.
• Attention to detail with a strong commitment to high-quality output.
• Effective organizational and communication capabilities.
• Experience adhering to aerospace manufacturing quality standards.
• Sound documentation skills relating to production processes and traceability.

Desirable Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or certified qualifications in Mechanical Engineering, Toolmaking, or Precision Engineering disciplines.
• Experience in aerospace, automotive, defence, or precision tooling industries.
• Competence with overhead crane and lifting equipment operation.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and continuous improvement initiatives.

Personal Traits

• Dependable and conscientious work ethic.
• Quality-oriented mindset with acute attention to detail.
• Positive team player attitude.
• Flexible approach to support varying business needs.
• Strong dedication to workmanship excellence and workplace safety.

Working Environment

• Primarily a workshop-based position.
• May require prolonged standing and handling heavy parts with lifting equipment.
• Occasional overtime may be necessary to meet production deadlines.
• Reliability and self-motivation are essential.
• Flexible in managing workload and prioritizing production tasks.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are critical for success.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with aerospace tooling manufacture and repair.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 quality system standards.
• Supporting aerospace, defence, or high-precision engineering sectors.
• Certification for crane and lifting operations.
• Skills in manual milling, grinding, and other toolroom machinery operations.

Additional Information

This position reports directly to the Team Leader or Manufacturing Manager. Employment is full-time, permanent, and includes double day shifts.