CNC Miller/Turner

Tec Partners; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace precision engineering company in the South West UK is seeking CNC Setter Operators for Turning and Milling. You will produce high-complexity components to tight tolerances, ensuring quality standards are met. The company offers a full-time permanent position with competitive salary and various benefits, including healthcare and pension schemes.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Life assurance

Enhanced family-friendly benefits

Employee referral scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience setting and operating CNC machines (Turning with Fanuc / Milling with Heidenhain).
• Strong background in producing complex precision components.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC lathes and milling machines with appropriate controls.
• Produce high-complexity aerospace components to tight tolerances.
• Ensure parts meet quality and customer specifications.

Skills

CNC machining

Precision engineering

Quality control

Engineering drawing interpretation

Hands-on inspection skills

Tools

Fanuc controls

Heidenhain controls

Micrometers

Verniers

Job description

Overview

CNC Turner Setter Operator & CNC Miller Setter Operator - Aerospace

Location: South West UK (On-site)

Salary: £30,000 - £36,000 + benefits

I'm currently supporting a leading aerospace precision engineering company who are looking for CNC Setter Operators (both Turning and Milling) to join their growing team. These are full-time, permanent positions offering excellent job security and development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• For CNC Turning: Set and operate CNC lathes with Fanuc controls.
• For CNC Milling: Set and operate 3/4/5 axis CNC milling machines with Heidenhain controls.
• Produce high-complexity aerospace components to tight tolerances across a variety of materials.
• Ensure parts meet quality and customer specifications at all times.
• Work to planned set/run times and support continuous improvement.
• Use a range of manual inspection tools (micrometers, verniers, plug gauges) to check work.
• Ensure all route cards, drawings, and materials are followed correctly.
• Participate in SQDCP and progress meetings, contributing to quality and process improvements.
• Support delivery schedule adherence, ensuring work is completed on time and in full.

What You'll Need

• Experience setting and operating CNC machines (Turning with Fanuc / Milling with Heidenhain).
• Strong background in producing complex precision components.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances.
• Hands-on inspection skills using micrometers, verniers, and other measuring tools.
• Good understanding of quality standards within precision/aerospace engineering.
• Aerospace experience (desirable but not essential).

Hours & Benefits

• 37 hours per week (Mon-Thu 07:30-16:00, Fri 07:30-12:30).
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme (salary sacrifice available).
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Life assurance (DIS benefit).
• Enhanced family-friendly benefits.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.

This is a great opportunity for experienced CNC Setter Operators looking to join a reputable aerospace precision engineering business with excellent facilities, modern machinery, and strong long-term prospects.

If you're an experienced CNC Turner or CNC Miller looking for your next move, apply today or contact me for a confidential discussion