CNC Turner Programmer

Workforce Recruitment and Training; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering recruitment firm is looking for an experienced CNC Turner Programmer in High Wycombe to manage a dedicated CNC lathe cell. You'll set and operate advanced machinery to manufacture precision components for motorsport applications. This role combines autonomy, responsibility, and the chance to contribute to innovative high-performance projects in a dynamic, growing team. Excellent benefits include flexible hours, 25 days holiday, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible hours

Opportunity for career growth

Supportive and dynamic team environment

Qualifications

• Experienced CNC Turner with strong setting and operating skills.
• Confident with live tooling and multi-axis turning operations.
• Background in close-tolerance machining, particularly in motorsport.

Responsibilities

• Set, program and operate CNC turning centres with Fanuc controls.
• Manufacture high-precision components for the F1 and motorsport industries.
• Manage tooling, workflow, and process improvements within the CNC turning cell.

Skills

CNC programming

Setting and operating CNC lathes

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Proactivity

Tools

Fanuc controls

Doosan lathes

Job description

CNC Turner Programmer

Location: High Wycombe

Hours: Days-based, Monday–Friday Flexible hours between 7.30 and 5pm (4pm Friday) Overtime paid at X 1.5

Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays

About the Opportunity

WF Tech are recruiting for a long-established precision engineering company that specialises in high-tolerance components for F1, motorsport and high-performance engineering sectors. As their project portfolio continues to expand, they are investing heavily in machining capability and growing their team. With a young, ambitious workforce and exciting development plans, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC Turner to take ownership of a key area within the business.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced CNC Turner who is ready to take control of and develop a dedicated CNC turning cell. This role offers a high level of autonomy and responsibility, ideal for someone who enjoys leading their own processes and helping shape a modern, growing machining department.

Working with Doosan lathes with live tooling and Fanuc controls, you will manufacture complex, close-tolerance components for F1 and motorsport applications. You will be responsible for setting, programming and operating machines, ensuring accuracy and quality throughout production.

Key Responsibilities

• Set, program and operate CNC turning centres (Doosan with Fanuc controls).
• Manufacture high-precision, tight-tolerance components for F1 and motorsport industries.
• Take full ownership of a CNC turning cell, including tooling, workflow and process improvements.
• Support new project development in collaboration with engineering and production teams.
• Carry out quality checks using standard inspection equipment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and best manufacturing practices.
• Maintain an organised, clean and safe working area.

About You

• Experienced CNC Turner with strong setting, operating and programming skills (Fanuc essential).
• Confident with live tooling and multi-axis turning operations.
• Background in close-tolerance machining (motorsport, F1, aerospace or high-precision engineering).
• Able to work independently and take ownership of a machining zone.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Positive, proactive and keen to be part of a growing, dynamic team.

What’s on Offer

• Day shift, Monday–Friday.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Opportunity to build and lead a dedicated CNC turning cell.
• Stable company with major growth and investment planned.
• Supportive environment with a young, developing team.
• Work on exciting, high-performance engineering projects.

How to Apply

• Do you have the experience? The company welcome a site visit to ensure you are happy with the role, the environment and the people you will work with!
• If you would like to speak to someone regarding being booking an interview then please contact Daniel Waite on 07799 588461 for more information or send an email to [e-mail]
• Immediate starts are available!