CNC Turn-Mill Operator

TXM Recruit; Bedworth Hill; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

TXM Recruit is seeking an experienced CNC Turn-Mill Operator for a precision engineering environment in Coventry. You will set and operate multi-axis CNC machines, producing high‑quality components to tight tolerances and precise specifications.

Candidates should have previous CNC Turn‑Mill experience, a mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent, and be capable of basic programming on Mazak or Fanuc controls. This permanent, full‑time role offers a 37‑hour week.

Qualifications

• CNC Turn-Mill experience is essential.
• Mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
• Experience setting and operating multi-axis CNC machinery.
• Experience in a precision engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC Turn-Mill machinery.
• Work across multiple machines where required.
• Achieve agreed production times and targets.
• Read and follow operation sheets to ensure parts progress correctly through production.
• Carry out quality checks using micrometers, verniers, gauges and other measuring equipment.
• Support technicians and engineering teams with jig and fixture design.
• Complete daily and weekly TPM checks to maintain machinery and minimise breakdowns.
• Support and mentor less experienced machine operators where required.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to achieve customer and company objectives.
• Participate in continuous improvement, Lean and 5S activities.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety and comply with company procedures and legislation.

Skills

CNC Turn-Mill

Machining experience

Quality inspection

Basic CNC programming

Education

Mechanical apprenticeship

Tools

Mazatrol Smooth Ai

Fanuc 18i-TB

Job description

CNC Turn-Mill Operator

Location: Coventry, CV7 9FT

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £18.25 - £19.53 per hour

Hours: 37 hours per week

Working Hours: Mon - Thu |7:00am - 4:45pm

The Role

We are looking for an experienced CNC Turn-Mill Operator to join a precision engineering environment in Coventry. You will be responsible for setting and operating multi-axis CNC machinery, producing high-quality components to tight tolerances and precise specifications.

You will work with:

Mazak Integrex I-800 V/8S with Mazatrol Smooth Ai controller

Okuma VTM 120YB with Fanuc 18i-TB controllerThe successful candidate must be able to set and carry out basic programming on at least one of these machines and have a strong background in multi-axis machining.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC Turn-Mill machinery.
• Work across multiple machines where required.
• Achieve agreed production times and targets.
• Read and follow operation sheets to ensure parts progress correctly through production.
• Carry out quality checks using micrometers, verniers, gauges and other measuring equipment.
• Support technicians and engineering teams with jig and fixture design.
• Complete daily and weekly TPM checks to maintain machinery and minimise breakdowns.
• Support and mentor less experienced machine operators where required.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to achieve customer and company objectives.
• Participate in continuous improvement, Lean and 5S activities.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety and comply with company procedures and legislation.

We're looking for someone with:

• Previous CNC Turn-Mill experience - essential.
• Mechanical apprenticeship training or equivalent experience.
• Experience setting and operating multi-axis CNC machinery.
• Experience in a precision engineering environment.
• Experience working with high-value components and/or exotic materials such as Titanium, Inconel and Hardened Steel.
• Experience within Aerospace, Automotive, Motorsport, Oil & Gas or subcontract machining would be advantageous.
• Basic CNC programming capability on at least one of the specified machines.
• Good understanding of quality standards and inspection processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC Turn-Mill Operator to join a precision engineering environment, working on complex, high-value components where quality, accuracy and technical expertise are essential