CNC Turner

Rubicon Recruitment; Andover; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision machining company in Andover is seeking a CNC Turner with experience in programming, setting, and operating FANUC-controlled CNC machines. The role offers autonomy and opportunities for career growth within precision manufacturing. You will be responsible for producing high-accuracy components, interpreting technical drawings, and maintaining quality standards. If you have a strong attention to detail and a passion for machining, this position provides long-term career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive team and ongoing training

Long-term career progression opportunities

Clean, modern workshop with high-spec equipment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a CNC Turning role, focusing on programming, setting, or operating.
• Strong knowledge of FANUC controls essential.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings required.
• Experience in a precision manufacturing setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program, set, and operate CNC machines using FANUC controls.
• Produce precision components with high accuracy.
• Read and interpret technical drawings.
• Perform in-process inspections and quality checks.
• Maintain production targets with attention to tight tolerances.

Skills

CNC programming

Machining skills

Problem-solving ability

Attention to detail

Tools

FANUC controls

CNC machines

Job description

CNC Turner | Andover | £20ph

Are you confident in your machining skills and ready to take ownership of your work? Want to be the go-to person for programming and setting CNC machines using FANUC controls? This CNC Turner role offers autonomy, challenge, and the chance to make a real impact in a precision manufacturing environment.

Join a precision engineering company renowned for tight-tolerance machining and deep hole boring for aerospace, defence, nuclear, and oil & gas industries. With advanced CNC capabilities and a reputation for innovation, this business is the ideal place to grow your skills and progress your career.

As CNC Turner, you will benefit from:

• Autonomy to programme, set and run jobs from start to finish
• Exposure to FANUC-controlled CNC machines and multi-axis machining
• Opportunity to optimise machining processes and reduce cycle times
• Clean, modern workshop with high-spec equipment
• Supportive team and ongoing training
• Long-term career progression opportunities

As CNC Turner, your responsibilities will include:

• Programming, setting, operating CNC machines using FANUC controls
• Setting and operating machines to produce precision components
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings
• Performing in-process inspections and quality checks
• Adjusting tooling and offsets to maintain accuracy
• Working to tight tolerances and production targets

As CNC Turner, your experience will include:

• Previous experience in a CNC Turning role ~ either programming, setting or operating
• Strong knowledge of FANUC controls
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
• Experience working in a precision manufacturing environment
• High attention to detail and problem‑solving ability

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Ella Deeley at Rubicon for more information