CNC Turner

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled CNC Turner to join a thriving team in Hailsham. This position involves operating CNC lathes, interpreting engineering drawings, and ensuring product quality. The candidate should have proven experience, a strong understanding of engineering principles, and the ability to work independently under tight deadlines.

Benefits

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Medical insurance

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience with CNC machinery.
• At least 5 years’ machining experience.
• Commitment to accuracy and quality.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC lathes to manufacture components.
• Interpret engineering drawings and machine programs.
• Conduct inspections to ensure product quality.

Skills

CNC machining

Understanding engineering drawings

Machine control systems

Predicting machining issues

Detail-focused

IT skills

Education

Relevant craft apprenticeship

Further education in engineering/manufacturing

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a skilled CNC Turner to join our client’s thriving team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-quality, deadline-driven environment and has a strong background in CNC machining.

What’s on Offer?

• Hours: 37 hours per week
• Location: Hailsham
• Benefits: Enhanced holiday entitlement, medical insurance, company pension scheme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set and operate CNC lathes to manufacture components to exact specifications
• Interpret engineering drawings and machine programs (ISO and conversational)
• Conduct first-off inspections to ensure product quality
• Adjust offsets and tool coordinates to maintain precision
• Perform preventive maintenance to keep machinery in optimal condition
• Rotate between machines when required, supporting wider production
• Ensure on-time delivery and maintain high standards throughout production

Skills, Experience, and Training Requirements:

• Proven experience working with CNC machinery
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and tolerances
• Familiarity with various machine control systems
• Ability to predict and prevent machining issues during production
• Detail-focused with a commitment to accuracy and quality
• Comfortable working to production deadlines without compromising standards
• IT skills including basic knowledge of Windows and MS Office
• Completion of a relevant craft apprenticeship and at least 5 years’ machining experience
• Further education or certification in an engineering/manufacturing field

How to Apply:

If you are a confident CNC Turner looking to take the next step in your career, apply now by submitting your CV.

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