CNC Machinist - Turner

Omega Resource Group; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in precision engineering seeks a skilled CNC Machinist - Turner in Tewkesbury. In this permanent role, you will set, operate, and program CNC lathes, ensuring high-precision manufacturing. Ideal candidates have experience with FANUC, Mazatrol, and possess strong technical skills. The position offers competitive pay, a 5% pension contribution, enhanced sick pay, and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

5% pension contribution

Time off to attend medical appointments

Enhanced sick pay privileges

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Time-served machinist or Apprentice trained in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering.
• Proven experience with CNC Turning and Mill-Turn machinery in a precision engineering environment.
• Ability to work independently and maintain high quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Set, operate, and program CNC Turning and Mill-Turn machines.
• Interpret technical engineering drawings for quality assurance.
• Liaise with supervisors to meet production targets.

Skills

CNC Turning

CAM programming

FANUC controls

ISO standards

Mazatrol controls

manual and CMM inspection tools

technical drawings

LEAN manufacturing

Education

City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3, or HNC

Tools

hyperMill

SolidWorks

Victor lathes

Hyundai lathes

Doosan lathes

Job description

Overview

Job Title: CNC Machinist - Turner

Location: Tewkesbury

Pay Range/details: Competitive

Contract Type: Permanent

Omega is proud to be supporting a leading organisation in the precision engineering sector in their search for a skilled and detail-oriented CNC Turner. In this hands-on, production-critical role, you will be responsible for setting, operating, and programming CNC lathes to manufacture high-precision components for a range of industries. You'll work with FANUC, ISO, and Mazatrol controls, and ideally have experience with offline CAM programming, ensuring efficient workflow and minimal downtime.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a time-served CNC Turner with a passion for precision machining, who thrives in a technically advanced, clean, and well-organised environment.

Responsibilities

• Set, operate, and program CNC Turning and Mill-Turn machines to manufacture high-precision components to specification.
• Interpret and work from technical engineering drawings, ensuring quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Program using FANUC, ISO, Mazatrol, and Okuma QSP-200L controls; experience with CAM software (e.g. hyperMill, SolidWorks) preferred.
• Operate machines including Victor, Hyundai, and Doosan lathes (multi-axis and Mill-Turn).
• Perform setups including fixture selection, tool offsets, speeds and feeds for a wide range of materials.
• Use manual measuring tools and CMM equipment for in-process and final inspections.
• Liaise with supervisors and production staff to meet daily targets and maintain high machine utilisation.
• Complete all production and quality paperwork accurately and on time.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment in accordance with company HSE standards.
• Support continuous improvement, LEAN manufacturing initiatives, and efficient workflow.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, customer requirements, and industry standards.
• Shift is 7:30 to 4pm Monday to Thursday and 7-1pm Friday.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Time-served machinist or Apprentice trained in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering.
• Formal engineering qualification such as City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3, or HNC.
• Proven experience with CNC Turning and Mill-Turn machinery in a precision engineering environment.
• Strong working knowledge of FANUC, ISO, Mazatrol, and ideally Okuma controls.
• CAM programming experience with hyperMill, SolidWorks, or similar platforms.
• Experience using manual and CMM inspection tools to validate machined components.
• Good understanding of technical drawings, tolerances, materials, and machining processes.
• Familiarity with LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain high quality standards.
• Clear communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

What we can offer

• 5% pension contribution.
• Time off to attend medical appointments.
• Enhanced sick pay privileges.
• Long service awards.
• Employee referral bonus.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

For more information on this role, please contact Omega and apply with your CV. Candidates who are currently a CNC Machinist, CNC Turner, Machinist or a Turner may be suitable for this position. For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website. Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.