CNC Turner

Holt Engineering; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 48,547,000 - 60,174,000; Full time

Job summary

Holt Engineering in Wimborne, Dorset is seeking an experienced CNC Turner Setter/Operator for a permanent, day-shift role in a busy machine shop. You will set and run CNC lathes, primarily Mazak controls, to produce precision components to tight tolerances.

This is a longstanding, stable role offering overtime and long-term opportunities in a modern engineering environment, with a focus on consistent workload and professional development for skilled machinists.

Qualifications

• Experience setting and operating CNC lathes.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret tolerances.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC turning machines.
• Work with Mazak control systems.
• Manufacture precision components to specifications.
• Read and interpret technical drawings.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure quality.

Skills

CNC Turning

Mazak controls

Reading drawings

Tolerances

Tools

Mazak

Job description

CNC Turner
Wimborne, Dorset
£17.00 - £21.00 per hour
Full Time

A well-established precision engineering manufacturer in Wimborne is seeking an experienced CNC Turner Setter/Operator to join its busy machine shop.
This is a permanent, day-shift role within a modern engineering environment, offering long-term stability and consistent workload.
The position is suited to a skilled machinist who is confident setting and operating CNC turning machines and producing precision components to tight tolerances.

The Role

As a CNC Turner, you will be responsible for setting and operating CNC lathes to produce high-quality engineered components.
Key responsibilities include:

• Setting and operating CNC turning machines.
• Working with Mazak CNC control systems.
• Manufacturing precision components to engineering specifications.
• Reading and interpreting technical engineering drawings.
• Carrying out inspection of finished parts to ensure quality standards.
• Maintaining efficient and accurate production output.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a CNC Turner Setter/Operator.
• Experience working with Mazak controls.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of machining tolerances and quality standards.
• Good attention to detail and a reliable working approach.
• Multi-axis machining experience would be an advantage, but not essential.

What's On Offer

• £17.00 - £21.00 per hour depending on experience.
• Permanent position with long-term opportunities.
• Monday to Friday day shift.
• Overtime available.
• Stable and well-established precision engineering environment.