CNC Turner

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Warminster; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent overtime opportunities

Company pension

Sick pay

On-site parking

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD in Warminster, Wiltshire, are seeking an experienced CNC Turner to join a well-established precision engineering company. You will programme, set and operate CNC lathes, producing high‑quality components to strict drawings and customer specifications.

Join a close‑knit team of around 15 engineers, with opportunities for overtime, progression, and the use of modern CNC equipment. The role requires 3+ years of CNC experience and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 3+ years CNC machining experience and ability to programme, set and operate CNC lathes.
• Experience using Fanuc controls is highly desirable.
• CAD/CAM programming experience would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and geometric tolerancing.
• Able to machine a variety of engineering materials and maintain tight tolerances.
• Experience creating new CNC programmes from engineering drawings.
• Jig and fixture manufacturing experience desirable.
• Good understanding of quality standards in a precision engineering environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem solving.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.

Responsibilities

• Programme, set and operate CNC lathes to manufacture precision components.
• Produce accurate, high-quality components to engineering drawings and customer specifications.
• Create new CNC programmes from customer drawings.
• Plan production methods, selecting tooling, fixtures and machining strategies.
• Carry out online and offline programming using Fanuc controls.
• Make offsets and minor programme adjustments to maintain quality and optimise production.
• Program and set machines to achieve efficient cycle times and maximise productivity.
• Manufacture and modify jigs and fixtures where required.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Machine a variety of metals to tight tolerances.
• Inspect and measure components to ensure quality standards.
• Work to production schedules and deadlines.
• Operate manual workshop machinery when required.
• Adhere to AS9100 quality procedures and company standards.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of the engineering team.

Skills

CNC machining

CNC programming

Fanuc controls

CAD/CAM

Geometric tolerancing

Materials variety

Tolerance control

Jig & fixtures

Attention to detail

Independence

Tools

Fanuc controls

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Position: CNC Turner

Location: Warminster, Wiltshire

Salary: Up to £40,000 - dependent on experience

We are currently recruiting for an experienced CNC Turner to join a well-established precision engineering company based in Warminster. This is an excellent opportunity to join a close‑knit team of approximately 15 employees, manufacturing high‑precision components for a diverse range of industries.

Job Overview

• Programme, set and operate CNC lathes to manufacture precision‑engineered components
• Produce accurate, high‑quality components to engineering drawings and customer specifications
• Create new CNC programmes from customer drawings
• Plan production methods, selecting appropriate tooling, fixtures and machining strategies
• Carry out online and offline programming using Fanuc controls
• Make offsets and minor programme adjustments to maintain component quality and optimise production
• Programme and set machines to achieve efficient cycle times and maximise productivity
• Manufacture and modify jigs and fixtures where required
• Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Machine a variety of metals to tight tolerances
• Inspect and measure components throughout production to ensure quality standards are maintained
• Work to production schedules and agreed deadlines
• Operate manual workshop machinery when required
• Adhere to AS9100 quality procedures and company manufacturing standards
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment
• Work effectively both independently and as part of the engineering team

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ CNC machining experience
• Proven ability to programme, set and operate CNC lathes
• Experience using Fanuc controls is highly desirable
• CAD/CAM programming experience would be advantageous
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and geometric tolerancing
• Experience machining a variety of engineering materials
• Ability to manufacture components to tight tolerances
• Experience creating new CNC programmes from engineering drawings
• Jig and fixture manufacturing experience desirable
• Good understanding of quality standards within a precision engineering environment
• Aerospace machining experience advantageous but not essential
• Excellent attention to detail and problem‑solving ability
• Reliable, self‑motivated and capable of working independently
• Full right to work in the UK

Hours of Work

Monday – Thursday: 07:30 – 16:45
Friday: 07:30 – 12:30

Overtime:
Monday–Thursday 1.33×
Friday afternoon and Saturday 1.5×

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £40,000, dependent on experience
• Full‑time, permanent position
• Excellent overtime opportunities
• Company pension
• Sick pay
• On‑site parking
• Opportunity to join a well-established precision engineering business with modern CNC equipment
• Supportive, close‑knit engineering team
• Long‑term career progression opportunities