CNC Turner / Programmer / Setter

Premier Recruitment Group; Brompton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation engineering company in the UK is seeking an experienced CNC Turner/Programmer/Setter to join their team. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for programming and setting parts on CNC turning centres. Candidates must have proven CNC experience and the ability to interpret technical drawings. This position offers competitive pay and the potential for immediate start or flexibility for the right candidate.

Benefits

Competitive pay with potential for higher rates

Immediate start available

Work within a reputable company

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Turner, ideally time-served.
• Fully conversant with CNC turning centres and horizontal machining centres.
• Strong knowledge of materials, tooling, cutting speeds, and feeds.

Responsibilities

• Program and set parts on CNC turning centres and horizontal machining centres.
• Read and interpret technical drawings accurately.
• Ensure jobs are operator-friendly with effective fixture design.

Skills

CNC turning expertise

Technical drawing interpretation

Fixture design and workholding

Attention to detail

Job description

CNC Turner / Programmer / Setter

Location: Gillingham, Kent
Salary: £17-£19 per hour, negotiable for exceptional experience

Premier Recruitment Group are proud to be partnering with a leading automation engineering company in Kent. We are currently seeking an experienced CNC Turner to join their team.

The Role:

You will be responsible for programming and setting parts on CNC turning centres and horizontal machining centres. You should be confident in reading and interpreting technical drawings, with a strong understanding of fixture design and workholding to ensure jobs are operator-friendly.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a CNC Turner, ideally time-served
• Fully conversant with CNC turning centres and horizontal machining centres
• Strong knowledge of materials, tooling, cutting speeds, and feeds
• Ability to work efficiently to close tolerances
• High standard of quality and attention to detail

This is a hands‑on role within a team where flexibility and a proactive approach are highly valued. The position is available for an immediate start, but the company is willing to wait for the right candidate to serve their notice.

Why Join?

• Competitive pay with potential for higher rates for highly experienced candidates
• Work within a reputable automation engineering company
• Immediate start available, or later for the right person

If you are an experienced CNC Turner looking for your next opportunity, we want to hear from you.

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