CNC Turner- Programmer/Setter/Operator

White Recruitment Construction; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned subcontract engineering business in Rochdale is seeking a skilled CNC Turner to join its precision machining team. You will program, set, and operate Fanuc CNC machines to produce low-volume, high-accuracy components. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in CNC programming, the ability to interpret engineering drawings, and a flexible approach to work, including a willingness for overtime. This role offers competitive pay of up to £20 per hour and various benefits including 35 days of annual leave.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Death in service benefit

Qualifications

• Strong experience programming and editing CNC turning programs.
• Proven ability to read and interpret engineering drawings accurately.
• Competence in setting and operating CNC machines in precision machining.

Responsibilities

• Program, set, and operate Fanuc-controlled CNC turning machines.
• Produce low-volume precision components to customer specifications.
• Carry out comprehensive in-process inspections using standard measuring equipment.

Skills

Programming CNC turning programs (Fanuc essential)

Interpreting engineering drawings

Setting and operating CNC machines

Conducting inspections with precision tools

Knowledge of modern cutting methods

Producing high-quality work

Flexible approach and willingness for overtime

Tools

Fanuc CNC machines

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

CNC Turner – Programmer, Setter, Operator

Salary: Up to £20.00 per hour (dependent on experience)

Hours: Day shift, 39 hours per week (flexible within company opening hours)

Overtime: Time and a half up to 48 hours, double time thereafter

Benefits: 35 days annual leave, pension scheme, death in service benefit

The Opportunity

A well‑established, family‑owned subcontract engineering business is seeking a skilled CNC Turner to join its high‑performing precision machining team. This organisation specialises in producing low‑volume, high‑accuracy components‑primarily machined steel fabrications and cast‑iron parts ranging from 100 kg to 3 tonnes.

You will be working in a modern, award‑winning engineering facility equipped with the latest CNC machining technology, alongside experienced and knowledgeable machinists.

The Role

• Program, set, and operate Fanuc‑controlled CNC turning machines
• Produce low‑volume precision components to exacting customer specifications
• Set up tooling and fixturing, prove out programs, and execute machining operations
• Follow planned operations to achieve production output at required rates
• Adhere to all company Health & Safety and Quality procedures
• Maximise productivity through efficient use of materials, tooling, and planning
• Carry out comprehensive in‑process inspections using standard measuring equipment
• Present finished work to a consistently high standard
• Plan ahead to minimise downtime and reduce set‑up times

About You

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Strong experience programming and editing CNC turning programs (Fanuc essential)
• Proven ability to read and interpret engineering drawings to a high standard
• Competence in setting and operating CNC machines in a precision machining environment
• Ability to conduct initial inspections using micrometers, gauges, and other precision tools
• Solid knowledge of materials, modern cutting methods, and machining processes
• A reputation for producing high‑quality work with minimal errors
• A flexible approach to work, including willingness to complete overtime to meet customer demand

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