CNC Turner - Programmer, Setter & Operator

Bennett & Game Recruitment; Denmead; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment is seeking an experienced CNC Turner to program, set and operate a 3-axis lathe with live tooling at its Waterlooville workshop. The role focuses on producing high-precision components for the automotive sector.

You will interpret complex drawings, select tooling and ensure tight tolerances while maintaining high-quality surface finishes. The position is full-time and based on-site in Waterlooville, with a competitive salary depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have proven CNC Turner experience with programming, setting and operation on a 3-axis lathe.
• Experience with FANUC controls for online and offline programming.
• Aptitude for reading engineering drawings and meeting tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate a 3-axis CNC lathe with live tooling.
• Perform online and offline FANUC programming.
• Select tooling, fixtures, speeds and feeds to achieve precise finishes.

Skills

CNC turning

Programming

Live tooling

FANUC controls

Reading drawings

Inspection

Education

Engineering apprenticeship or technical qualification

Tools

SolidWorks

CAMWorks

Fusion

Job description

Position: CNC Turner - Programmer, Setter & Operator

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum, depending on experience

Location: Waterlooville

CNC Turner - Programmer, Setter & Operator required. Our client is a specialist engineering business operating within the automotive sector, seeking an experienced CNC Turner to join their engineering team based in Waterlooville.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC Turner to work within a specialist engineering environment, producing high-quality precision components.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the complete machining process, from programming and setting through to operation and inspection, working with a 3-axis CNC lathe incorporating live tooling. The role will involve manufacturing both one-off and small-batch components from a variety of materials, offering varied and technically challenging work for an engineer who takes pride in precision and craftsmanship.

CNC Turner - Programmer, Setter & Operator Position Overview

• Programming, setting and operating a 3-axis CNC lathe incorporating live tooling.
• Undertaking both on-line and off-line CNC programming using FANUC controls.
• Interpreting detailed engineering drawings and technical specifications to ensure components meet the required standards.
• Selecting appropriate tooling, workholding arrangements, cutting speeds and feeds for different machining operations.
• Setting tools, offsets and work coordinates to ensure accurate and repeatable machining.
• Producing precision components to tight engineering tolerances and achieving high-quality surface finishes.
• Inspecting finished components using precision measuring equipment to verify dimensional accuracy and quality.
• Adjusting CNC programmes, tooling and machining parameters to achieve the required component specifications.Machining a variety of materials, including steel, stainless steel, aluminium and specialist engineering materials.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and ensuring machinery, tooling and equipment are properly maintained.
• Working collaboratively with engineers and workshop colleagues to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve machining processes.

CNC Turner - Programmer, Setter & Operator Position Requirements

• Proven experience working as a CNC Turner, Programmer, Setter and Operator.
• Experience programming, setting and operating 3-axis CNC lathes incorporating live tooling.
• Strong experience of both on-line and off-line CNC programming using FANUC controls.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience machining components to tight engineering tolerances and maintaining high-quality surface finishes.
• Good knowledge of cutting tools, cutting speeds and feeds.
• Experience using SolidWorks and CAM software, such as CAMWorks or Fusion, would be advantageous.
• An engineering apprenticeship or relevant technical qualification would be beneficial.
• Based within a commutable distance of Waterlooville.

CNC Turner - Programmer, Setter & Operator Position Remuneration

• Salary up to £45,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Monday to Thursday, 7:00am - 5:00pm. Friday, 7:00am - 2:30pm.
• Opportunity to work within a specialist automotive engineering environment.