CNC Turner Programmer

Workforce Recruitment and Training; Alcester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Flexible working hours

Job summary

The client, a precision engineering company based in Alcester, is seeking a CNC Turner Programmer Setter Operator. The role involves programming, setting and operating CNC turning machinery with a focus on tight tolerances and quality. Hours are 37.5 per week, Mon-Fri, with flexible start/finish times between 6:00am and 6:00pm.

33 days holiday incl. bank holidays and salary negotiable depending on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience programming, setting and operating CNC turning machinery.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings accurately.
• Experience with Fanuc controls is essential; Siemens 840D experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Programme, set and operate CNC turning and mill-turn machinery to manufacture precision components.
• Edit and optimise CNC programmes at the machine control.
• Work from engineering drawings and sample components where required.
• Machine a variety of materials, including plastics, mild steel, tool steel, stainless steel and exotic alloys.
• Produce components to tight tolerances of 0.01mm or less.
• Inspect finished components using precision measuring equipment.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure components meet customer and drawing specifications.
• Identify and resolve machining issues through fault-finding and problem-solving.
• Carry out basic machine maintenance, including monitoring coolant levels and lubrication systems.
• Work effectively within a small team, maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Skills

Fanuc controls

CNC turning

CAD/CAM Fusion 360

Reading engineering drawings

Precision measurement

Off-line programming willingness

Problem-solving

Tools

Fusion 360

Siemens 840D

Job description

Location: Alcester

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, flexible start and finish times between 6:00am and 6:00pm

The client is a precision engineering company based in Alcester, specialising in the manufacture of high-quality components to meet exacting customer requirements.

As a CNC Turner Programmer Setter Operator, you will ideally possess experience using Fanuc controls, with Siemens 840D experience advantageous. You will be experienced in programming, setting and operating CNC turning machinery, with experience using Fusion 360 or similar CAD/CAM software. Candidates with strong setting and operating experience who are keen to develop their offline programming skills will also be considered.

Why apply?

33 days holiday, including bank holidays

Flexible working hours to suit individual needs, by agreement

Salary negotiable depending on skills and experience

Programme, set and operate CNC turning and mill-turn machinery to manufacture precision components

Edit and optimise CNC programmes at the machine control

Work from engineering drawings and sample components where required

Machine a variety of materials, including plastics, mild steel, tool steel, stainless steel and exotic alloys

Produce components to tight tolerances of 0.01mm or less

Inspect finished components using precision measuring equipment

Carry out quality checks to ensure components meet customer and drawing specifications

Identify and resolve machining issues through effective fault-finding and problem-solving

Carry out basic machine maintenance, including monitoring coolant levels and lubrication systems

Work effectively within a small team, maintaining high standards of quality and safety

Skills and attributes required by successful candidate for the role of CNC Turner Programmer Setter Operator:

Experience programming, setting and operating CNC turning machinery, or strong setting and operating experience with a willingness to learn programming

Experience using Fanuc controls

Experience with Fusion 360 or similar CAD/CAM software desirable

Ability to interpret engineering drawings accurately

Experience working with a range of materials and to tight tolerances

Competent using measuring equipment, including micrometers, telescopic gauges, slip gauges and pin gauges

Experience with C-axis and Y-axis milling capabilities advantageous

Previous experience within tooling, precision engineering or subcontract manufacturing desirable

A proactive approach to problem-solving, quality control and working safely