CNC Turner (Fanuc) - Programmer/Setter | Overtime

Optical Precision; Shoeburyness; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Company pension

Modern clean workshop

Free parking

Job summary

Optical Precision in Shoeburyness invites applications for a CNC Turner (Programmer/Setter OR Setter/Operator). You will set and operate CNC lathes with Fanuc controls, reading engineering drawings to produce small-to-medium batch components to tight tolerances.

We value precision, reliability and a team-first mindset. The role offers dayshift, Monday to Friday, with overtime available and a generous benefits package including 25 days holiday and a company pension.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Turner (Setter/Operator or Programmer/Setter).
• Strong proficiency with Fanuc controls.
• Ability to work confidently to tight tolerances and high-quality standards.
• Background in high-precision sectors desirable (Aerospace, Automotive, Motorsport/F1, or Oil & Gas).

Responsibilities

• Set and Operate (or Program online) CNC Turning centres using Fanuc control systems.
• Manufacture small batches and one-off prototype components.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings and geometric tolerances independently.
• Inspect your own work using standard precision measuring equipment to ensure total quality.
• Collaborate with the wider workshop team to optimize cycle times and production efficiency.

Skills

Fanuc controls

CNC turning

Tight tolerances

Tools

CNC turning centres

Job description

Optical Precision in Shoeburyness invites applications for a CNC Turner (Programmer/Setter OR Setter/Operator). You will set and operate CNC lathes with Fanuc controls, reading engineering drawings to produce small-to-medium batch components to tight tolerances.

We value precision, reliability and a team-first mindset. The role offers dayshift, Monday to Friday, with overtime available and a generous benefits package including 25 days holiday and a company pension.