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Job Title:

Senior Performance Leader - Tooling & Fixture Design

Reporting To:

Manager, Oper. Engrg.

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Moog, Inc. is a global leader in motion control across land, sea air and space, pioneering advanced solutions to drive cutting edge innovation for our valued customers.

Our Space and Defense Group is the operating group with the longest heritage at Moog and serves ever-evolving markets with ongoing innovation that allows for constantly developing technology and excellent career opportunities.  

Our Space team in East Aurora, NY is looking for a driven Sr. Performance Leader – Tooling & Fixture Design to join their dynamic team. You will report directly to the Operations Engineering Manager and enjoy an on-site, collaborative working environment on first shift (7am-3pm, M-F).

As our Sr. Performance Leader – Tooling & Fixture Design, you will make critical contributions by holding responsibility for:

Manage a team of 10+ employees on the Tooling and Fixture Design team

Design, development and procurement of fixturing

Working with program teams to understand scope of the project, providing guidance to product design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and optimize manufacturing processes

Collaborate with outside vendors/machine shop to identify source of supply for the manufacturing of the design

Conducting tests throughout all stages of production and troubleshooting/solving production/design problems

Work with Operations Engineering Manager to identify/develop/measure process improvement plans and short/long term goals to achieve high-impact results

Drive performance management in the areas of hiring, accurate time reporting, personnel evaluation, supporting talent growth and development, managing all employee relations issues and providing employee counseling, discipline and performance feedback

To be considered for this Sr. Performance Leader – Tooling & Fixture Design role, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (or equivalent experience) + 6 years’ experience in a similar role OR an Associate’s degree (or equivalent experience) + 10 years of relevant experience

5-7+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment is required

Knowledge machining practices/operations is preferred

3D CAD experience is required

In return, we care for you by providing incredible “work perks” including:

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

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 also be offered

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Salary Range Transparency:

Buffalo, NY $90,000.00–$135,000.00 Annually

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.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran 

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