Cnc Turner Programmer Setter Operator

Manufacturing Recruitment Ltd; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Manufacturing Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced CNC Turner - Lathe Setter/Operator (Fanuc) in Aylesbury. You will set and run fixed-head Fanuc lathes, interpreting drawings and producing precision components to tight tolerances.

Work on Doosan and Nakamura machines, load tooling, set offsets, carry out first-off checks, and support TPM and continuous improvement efforts. Early or day shifts available.

Qualifications

• Proven CNC turning experience.
• Fanuc control experience.
• Ability to set and operate CNC lathes independently.
• Strong drawing interpretation skills.
• Good inspection and measurement experience.
• Positive attitude and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC turning machines
• Load tooling, set offsets, and prepare machines for production
• Read and interpret engineering drawings
• Carry out first-off and in-process inspections
• Use micrometres, verniers, bore gauges, and other measuring equipment
• Maintain machine performance and minimise downtime
• Support continuous improvement and TPM activities
• Work to production schedules and quality requirements
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety

Skills

CNC turning experience

Fanuc control

Independent operator

Drawing interpretation

Inspection & measurement

Attention to detail

Tools

Fanuc CNC lathe

Nakamura lathe

Doosan lathe

Job description

CNC Turner - Lathe Setter / Operator (Fanuc)

Location

Aylesbury, Bucks

Pay

Good (dependant on experience)

Shift

Early or Day Shift

Purpose of Role

CNC Turners to work on fixed-head, Fanuc-controlled machines.

Looking for experienced setters and operators rather than programmers.

To set and operate CNC Doosan and Nakamura lathes with Fanuc controls, producing precision-engineered components safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC turning machines
• Load tooling, set offsets, and prepare machines for production
• Read and interpret engineering drawings
• Carry out first-off and in-process inspections
• Use micrometres, verniers, bore gauges, and other measuring equipment
• Maintain machine performance and minimise downtime
• Support continuous improvement and TPM activities
• Work to production schedules and quality requirements
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven CNC turning experience
• Fanuc control experience
• Ability to set and operate CNC lathes independently
• Strong drawing interpretation skills
• Good inspection and measurement experience
• Positive attitude and strong attention to detail

Desirable

• Aerospace or precision engineering experience
• Multi-axis CNC turning experience
• Experience with Nakamura, Doosan, Puma, or similar machines
• Knowledge of GD&T

What Success Looks Like

• Parts produced right first time
• High quality standards maintained
• Machines running efficiently
• Positive contribution to delivery performance and team objectives