CNC Operator

Adecco Portugal; Chorley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day working week

Overtime available

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Job summary

A well-established precision engineering opportunity in Chorley seeks a skilled CNC Turner to join a dedicated manufacturing team. You will program, set and operate CNC turning machines, interpreting engineering drawings and applying tight tolerances to deliver high-quality components.

The role requires an apprenticeship or equivalent qualification, strong Fanuc controls experience, and an independent, proactive work approach.

Qualifications

• CNC Turner with an apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• Experience programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines.
• Strong knowledge of Fanuc controls.
• Ability to read technical engineering drawings without supervision.
• Capable of working independently and managing your workload.
• Experience machining a variety of materials to tight tolerances.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating CNC Turning machines with Fanuc controls.
• Manufacturing precision components to tight tolerances.
• Reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Selecting the correct tooling and machining methods for each job.
• Carrying out first-off inspections and in-process quality checks.
• Working independently to prioritise workloads and meet production deadlines.
• Maintaining a safe and organised working environment.
• Identifying and resolving machining or programming issues and ensuring components meet quality and dimensional requirements.

Skills

CNC Turning

Fanuc controls

Engineering drawings

Independent worker

Machining tight tolerances

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

Skilled Experienced CNC Turner

Location:

Chorley

Job Type:

Temp to Perm

Hours:

38 hours per week, 4-day working week

Working Pattern:

Monday to Thursday, 7:15am to 5:15pm (30-minute unpaid break)

The Company

Our client is a well-established precision engineering company based in Chorley, providing high-quality machined components to a range of industries. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced CNC Turner to join their skilled manufacturing team.

The Role

As a Skilled CNC Turner, you will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines to manufacture precision-engineered components to exact customer specifications. You will be expected to work independently, interpret technical engineering drawings and ensure all products meet the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating CNC Turning machines with Fanuc controls
• Manufacturing precision components to tight tolerances
• Reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Selecting the correct tooling and machining methods for each job
• Carrying out first-off inspections and in-process quality checks
• Working independently to prioritise workloads and meet production deadlines
• Maintaining a safe and organised working environment
• Identifying and resolving machining or programming issuesEnsuring components meet quality and dimensional requirements

Candidate Requirements

• CNC Turner with a recognised apprenticeship or equivalent qualification
• Proven experience programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines
• Strong knowledge of Fanuc controls
• Ability to work from technical engineering drawings without supervision
• Capable of working independently and managing your own workload
• Experience machining a variety of materials to tight tolerances
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Positive, reliable and proactive approach to work

What's On Offer?

• Competitive pay rate
• Excellent 4-day working week
• Opportunities for overtime when available
• Supportive and established precision engineering environment
• Temporary to permanent opportunity with long-term career prospects