CNC Turner - Programmer, Setter & Operator

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a highly skilled CNC Turner - Programmer, Setter & Operator for a demanding role in Waterlooville.

You will program, set and run a 3-axis CNC lathe with live tooling, reading engineering drawings and using FANUC controls to hit tight tolerances. You will select tooling, speeds and feeds, adjust programs as required and collaborate with engineers to optimise processes.

Qualifications

• Experience programming, setting and operating 3-axis CNC lathe with live tooling.
• Ability to read detailed drawings and specs to meet tolerances.
• Experience with FANUC controls for online and offline programming.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, speeds and feeds.
• Engineering apprenticeship or technical qualification is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate a 3-axis CNC lathe with live tooling.
• Interpret drawings and specs to ensure component accuracy.
• Select tooling, speeds and feeds for machining operations.
• Maintain high housekeeping and ensure equipment is well maintained.
• Collaborate with engineers and workshop staff to solve manufacturing challenges.

Skills

CNC turning

FANUC programming

Live tooling

Reading drawings

Education

Engineering apprenticeship or technical qualification

Tools

SolidWorks

CAMWorks

Fusion 360

Job description

CNC Turner - Programmer, Setter & Operator

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

Location: Waterlooville

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.