CNC Turner Programmer/Setter/Operator

SourceCo Recruitment; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced CNC Turner Programmer to join a precision engineering manufacturer in Bedfordshire. This full-time, permanent role involves programming, setting, and operating CNC machines with a competitive salary of up to £56,000 per annum. Applicants should have hands-on CNC experience, a positive attitude, and the ability to work to high standards independently. Attractive perks include holiday, pension, and healthcare schemes.

Benefits

28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Healthcare scheme

Excellent working conditions

Qualifications

• Time served CNC Turner with hands-on experience in a machine shop.
• Ability to write CNC programs longhand with minimal supervision.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines.
• Carrying out in process inspection using precision measuring equipment.

Skills

CNC programming

2 axis CNC lathes operation

Cutting speeds knowledge

Quality standards maintenance

Tools

Fanuc controls

Manual Guide i

Job description

CNC Turner Programmer / Setter / Operator

Company location : Bedfordshire

Pays up to 56k p / annum

Late Shift - Monday – Wednesday : 4 : 30pm – 3 : 30am

• Thursday : 4 : 30pm – 1 : 30am

Permanent | Precision Engineering | Competitive Earnings

SourceCo Recruitment are currently hiring for an experienced CNC Turner on behalf of a well-established precision engineering manufacturer based in Bedfordshire. Due to continued growth and investment, our client is expanding their engineering team and is looking to add a skilled CNC professional to their resilient team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable manufacturing environment producing low volume, high precision components for demanding sectors such as Aerospace, Oil & Gas and Defence.

The Role

• Programming, setting and operating 2 axis CNC turning machines
• Writing CNC programs longhand at the machine with minimal supervision
• Editing prewritten programs and carrying out full machine set ups
• Working with a range of hard and soft metals on one off to low / medium batch work
• Interpreting detailed engineering drawings and working to tight tolerances
• Carrying out in process inspection using precision measuring equipment
• Machining components up to 300mm diameter x 3m length (lifting equipment provided)

Required experience

• Time served CNC Turner with strong hands‑on experience in a machine shop environment
• Confident programming, setting and operating 2 axis CNC lathes
• Strong knowledge of cutting speeds, feeds and tolerancing
• Ability to work independently and maintain high quality standards
• Experience with Fanuc controls / Manual Guide i and G-code programming is advantageous
• Positive, self motivated, quality driven approach

Hours & Shift Pattern

• Late shift
• Monday – Wednesday : 4 : 30pm – 3 : 30am
• Thursday : 4 : 30pm – 1 : 30am

Salary & Package

• Pays a basic of £37,000 – £42,000 (depending on experience)
• Late shift premium paid at time and a third taking earnings to approximately £49,000 – £56,000 per annum
• Full time, permanent position
• Immediate start available
• 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays, plus additional Christmas shutdown leave
• Pension scheme
• Healthcare scheme
• Excellent working conditions and long term job security

Why Apply?

This role offers long-term stability within a business known for excellent staff retention, continuous investment, and a supportive working culture, making it ideal for an experienced CNC Turner seeking a secure late shift position