CNC Turner Setter

Optical Precision; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

25 days leave + holidays

Life assurance

Private GP access

Wellbeing services

Job summary

Optical Precision in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a skilled CNC Turner, Setter and Operator for a late shift to join our aerospace manufacturing team. You will set up and run CNC turning machines (Fanuc controls) to produce high-precision components, ensuring processes are optimized for accuracy and efficiency.

The role is permanent, on-site, with a 6PM–4AM schedule Monday to Thursday, overtime at enhanced rates, and a range of company benefits including a pension scheme and generous holiday

Qualifications

• Set, operate, and monitor CNC turning machines with Fanuc controls.
• Interpret and apply engineering drawings to manufacture aerospace components.
• Define tooling, fixtures and work holding for precision turning.
• Ensure quality within aerospace tolerances and maintain process controls.
• Apprenticeship trained or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Set, operate, and manage CNC turning machines (Fanuc controls).
• Prepare tooling, fixtures, and materials for production.
• Monitor machining processes and adjust as required.
• Perform in-process quality checks to tight aerospace tolerances.
• Interpret engineering drawings with precision.
• Maintain safe working practices and production standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure high-quality output.
• Support basic machine maintenance and care.

Skills

CNC turning

Fanuc controls

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Quality assurance

Teamwork

Education

Apprenticeship trained or qualified by experience

Tools

Fanuc controls

Job description

CNC Turner, Setter, Operator - Late Shift

Location: Hemel Hempstead

Salary: £20.00 - £23.00 Per Hour, Plus Overtime & Benefits

Shift: 6PM - 4AM, Monday to Thursday

Overtime: Available at enhanced rates

Job Type: Permanent

Sector: Aerospace

CNC Turner, Setter - Role Description

This full-time, on-site role involves setting and operating CNC turning machines to produce high-precision aerospace components. You will ensure machining processes are optimised for accuracy, efficiency, and repeatability.

CNC Turner, Setter - Key Responsibilities

• Set, operate, and manage CNC turning machines (Fanuc controls)
• Prepare tooling, fixtures, and materials for production
• Monitor machining processes and make adjustments as required
• Perform in-process quality checks to tight aerospace tolerances
• Interpret engineering drawings with precision
• Maintain safe working practices and adhere to production standards
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistent, high-quality output
• Support basic machine maintenance and care

Desired Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on CNC turning experience, ideally in aerospace or other high-precision sectors
• Proficient in setting and operating CNC machines with Fanuc controls
• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings
• Solid understanding of tooling, machining techniques, and best practices
• Confident troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with premium materials such as Stainless Steel, Titanium, Inconel, Aluminium, Nylon
• Commitment to quality assurance and production accuracy
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Apprenticeship trained or qualified by experience

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate + enhanced overtime pay
• Permanent role with long-term career prospects
• Opportunity to work with advanced CNC machinery and cutting-edge aerospace components
• Supportive, skilled, and growing team environment
• Access to company benefits and development programs
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (including Christmas closure)
• Life assurance
• Employee support package, including 24/7 private GP access and wellbeing services