CNC Turner / Programmer

Recruit Engineering; Castleford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering company in Castleford is looking for an experienced CNC Turner / Programmer to join their manufacturing team. You will be responsible for programming and operating multi-axis CNC lathes, producing high-quality components. Ideal candidates have experience with Fanuc controls and can read complex engineering drawings. Competitive hourly rate of £18.00 plus shift allowance available.

Benefits

Overtime available

Shift allowance

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Experience with programming and setting multi-axis CNC lathes.
• Confident using Fanuc controls.
• Knowledge of precision machining environments.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating CNC lathes.
• Producing precision-turned components.
• Adjusting tooling and offsets to maintain accuracy.
• Interpreting technical drawings.
• Maintaining a clean and safe work area.

Skills

Programming multi-axis CNC lathes

Using Fanuc controls

Reading engineering drawings

Using micrometres and gauges

Tools

Fusion360

Job description

Overview

CNC Turner / Programmer – We are representing a precision engineering business involved in project-based, special-purpose build environments. Due to increased demand across ongoing technical programmes, a position is now available for an experienced CNC Turner / Programmer to join a multi-disciplinary manufacturing team producing tight-tolerance components for complex mechanical assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating CNC lathes (multi-axis).
• Producing precision-turned components to tight engineering tolerances.
• Using micrometres, bore gauges and callipers for in-process inspection.
• Adjusting tooling, offsets and machining parameters to maintain accuracy.
• Interpreting technical drawings, including GD&T.
• Working closely with engineering and quality across bespoke build projects.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area.

Shift Pattern & Pay

Double Day Shift: 6:00-14:00 / 14:00-22:00 (weekly rotation)

Rate: £18.00 per hour + shift allowance

Overtime and additional benefits available.

Ideal Background

• Experience programming and setting multi-axis CNC lathes.
• Confident using Fanuc controls.
• Knowledge of Fusion360 would be ideal but not essential.
• Able to read complex engineering drawings and follow controlled processes.
• Familiar with one-off or low-volume precision machining environments.
• Manual lathe or conventional machining knowledge beneficial.

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