Finish/Deburr Technician I - 3rd Shift

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Job Title:

Finish/Deburr Technician I - 3rd Shift

Reporting To:

Leader, Sr. Performance

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Moog is seeking a Finisher I to support 3rd Shift operations in our Military Aircraft Group.

Finishing is a critical step in the manufacturing process, ensuring that precision aerospace components meet quality, safety, and performance requirements before moving to inspection and assembly. Finisher I employees remove burrs, sharp edges, and surface imperfections that could impact product reliability, proper assembly, or long-term performance. Their work serves as a vital quality checkpoint, helping to ensure that parts are safe, functional, and ready for use in demanding military applications.

If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in craftsmanship, and want to play an important role in the production of aerospace components, this is an excellent opportunity to build a career with Moog.

This position is eligible for a $3,500 sign-on bonus. To qualify, candidates must submit their application between July 20, 2026, and September 11, 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 3 months of related experience which should include experience deburring and/or finishing, in a machine shop environment
• In accordance with strict Federal Aviation Agency (F.A.A.) regulations regarding Safety Sensitive Work (S.S.W.), employee enrollment & participation in the company’s "F.A.A. Drug & Alcohol Program" is a requirement for this position.

As a Finisher I you will:

• Remove sharp edges, burrs, and surface imperfections from machined components to ensure parts meet engineering and quality specifications.
• Inspect finished parts for defects or irregularities that could affect product performance or compliance with specifications.
• Support product durability and longevity by ensuring components are properly finished before moving to inspection or assembly.
• Help prevent structural failures and assembly issues by ensuring parts are free of excess material and manufacturing defects.
• Prepare parts for the next stage of production by ensuring they are clean, safe, and ready for inspection, assembly, or shipment.

What you can expect:

• Extensive hands-on training from experienced team members.
• Instruction on aerospace manufacturing standards, finishing techniques, inspection methods, and quality requirements.
• The opportunity to develop specialized skills that directly support products used in critical military aircraft applications.

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 $20.00–$22.00 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.

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