CNC Turner - Nights

Service Service; Tetford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent night shift

46-hour week

Long-term career prospects

Job summary

Service Service is recruiting an experienced CNC Turner Setter/Operator to join their Thetford manufacturing site on a permanent night shift, Monday to Thursday, 4:00pm–4:00am.

You'll set and operate turning centres to produce precision components to drawing specifications, using Fanuc, Siemens or Mitsubishi controls, and perform first-off and in-process inspection.

This role offers long-term career prospects within a stable, well-equipped facility.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as CNC Setter/Operator in turning.
• Strong knowledge of CNC turning processes.
• Able to read drawings and use inspection tools.
• Safety-conscious with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC turning machines, including tooling, offsets, and work holding
• Prove out jobs safely and ensure parts meet drawing specifications
• Work with CNC controls such as Fanuc, Siemens, or Mitsubishi (DMG MORI)
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and basic GD&T
• Carry out first-off and in-process inspection using measuring equipment
• Identify and resolve basic machining or quality issues
• Maintain safe working practices and a clean, organised workspace

Skills

CNC turning

CNC setter

Operator

Inspection

GD&T

Tools

DMG MORI

Fanuc

Siemens

Mitsubishi

Job description

CNC Turner - Nights

Thetford

£45,000 to £48,000 per annum

Service Service is recruiting for an experienced CNC Turner Setter / Operator to join a manufacturing business in Thetford. This role supports a permanent night shift, working Monday to Thursday, and involves setting and operating CNC turning centres to produce precision components to specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC turning machines, including tooling, offsets, and work holding
• Prove out jobs safely and ensure parts meet drawing specifications
• Work with CNC controls such as Fanuc, Siemens, or Mitsubishi (DMG MORI)
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and basic GD&T
• Carry out first-off and in-process inspection using measuring equipment
• Identify and resolve basic machining or quality issues
• Maintain safe working practices and a clean, organised workspace

About You

• Proven experience as a CNC Setter / Operator in Turning within a production environment
• Strong understanding of CNC turning processes and multi-axis machining
• Confident using inspection equipment such as verniers and micrometres
• Able to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety

Desirable

• Experience with DMG MORI, Citizen, or Fanuc-based machines
• Ability to make minor program edits at the machine
• Familiarity with SOPs, control plans, or basic SPC
• Experience machining a range of materials including steel, aluminium, and stainless steel

What's on Offer

• Up to £48,000 per annum
• Permanent night shift
• Monday to Thursday, 4:00pm – 4:00am
• 46-hour working week
• Opportunity to join a stable and well-equipped manufacturing environment

This is a great opportunity for an experienced CNC Turner looking for a permanent night shift within a modern manufacturing environment, offering long weekends and strong long-term career prospects.