CNC Turner

HR GO Group; Hitchin; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

HR GO Group is seeking a capable CNC Turner (Setter/Operator) in Hitchin, Hertfordshire. You will set and operate FANUC-controlled Nakamura CNC lathes to produce repeat components to tight tolerances, while supporting continuous improvement on new jobs with established tooling and processes.

Join a quality-focused team where standards and workmanship are valued. This permanent role requires a current UK right to work and offers £17-£20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proven CNC turning experience at setter/operator level.
• Strong quality mindset and ability to follow specifications and instructions.
• Able to work to realistic deadlines without compromising standards.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC turning machines to specification and agreed work instructions.
• Measure and inspect parts to confirm conformance prior to first-off submission.
• Produce first-off batches for First Article approval.
• Support first production parts through FAIR and/or PPAP requirements.
• Help build stable, repeatable production (methods, tooling and supporting documentation).
• Suggest CI ideas and help implement approved improvements to quality, efficiency and consistency.
• Communicate clearly with colleagues and relevant departments to maintain flow and standards.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and safe working practices at all times.
• Support additional shop-floor tasks where your skills are required.

Skills

CNC turning

Setter/Operator

Quality minded

FANUC control

Tools

Nakamura CNC lathes

FANUC control experience

Job description

CNC Turner

Job Reference: FJ-wdvx6

Manufacturing and Production

Hitchin, Hertfordshire

£17 - £20 per hour

Permanent

CNC Turner (Setter/Operator)

If you're a capable CNC Turner who takes pride in producing right-first-time parts, this could be a great long-term move. Join a quality-focused machining team where consistency, standards and good workmanship are genuinely valued.

About the role

In this hands-on production position, you'll set and operate FANUC-controlled Nakamura CNC lathes, producing repeat components to tight tolerances. You'll also support continuous improvement-especially on new or developing jobs where the best method, tooling and paperwork need to be established and embedded.

Key responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC turning machines to specification and agreed work instructions
• Measure and inspect parts to confirm conformance prior to first-off submission
• Produce first-off batches for First Article approval
• Support first production parts through FAIR and/or PPAP requirements
• Help build stable, repeatable production (methods, tooling and supporting documentation)
• Suggest CI ideas and help implement approved improvements to quality, efficiency and consistency
• Communicate clearly with colleagues and relevant departments to maintain flow and standards
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and safe working practices at all times
• Support additional shop-floor tasks where your skills are required

What we're looking for

Required:

• Proven CNC turning experience at setter/operator level
• Strong quality mindset and ability to follow specifications and instructions
• Able to work to realistic deadlines without compromising standards

Desirable:

• Time-served engineering apprenticeship
• FANUC control experience
• Experience working to control plans
• 5S / Lean manufacturing exposure
• AS9100 knowledge/experience (advantageous)

Additional information

This is a permanent role. You must have current UK right to work to be considered.