Aerospace CNC Turner / Setter-Operator (Fanuc)

Hrgo-Recruitment; Basildon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Hrgo-Recruitment Basildon seeks a CNC Turner/Setter-Operator for aerospace precision engineering. You will set and run Fanuc CNC lathes, apply offsets, and carry out at-machine edits to achieve tight tolerances.

You’ll perform first-off and in-process inspections with micrometers and gauges, read engineering drawings, and maintain quality records. Training and development support are provided in a safety-conscious shop.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Turner/Setter-Operator in aerospace or precision engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T (beneficial).
• Competent with measurement equipment and first-off checks.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate Fanuc-controlled CNC lathes/turning centres to close tolerances.
• Apply tool offsets, perform tool changes and basic at-machine edits.
• Conduct first-off and in-process inspection using micrometers and gauges.
• Read drawings and route cards; document inspection records.
• Identify non-conformances and support corrective actions.
• Maintain housekeeping and safe working practices; assist live tooling as required.

Skills

CNC Turner

Setter-Operator

Fanuc controls

Live tooling

Education

Apprenticeship-trained

Tools

Live tooling exposure

Job description

Hrgo-Recruitment Basildon seeks a CNC Turner/Setter-Operator for aerospace precision engineering. You will set and run Fanuc CNC lathes, apply offsets, and carry out at-machine edits to achieve tight tolerances.

You’ll perform first-off and in-process inspections with micrometers and gauges, read engineering drawings, and maintain quality records. Training and development support are provided in a safety-conscious shop.