CNC Turner Setter Operator

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Basildon; On-site; GBP 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Meritus is recruiting for a CNC Turner Setter Operator in Basildon, Essex, on a permanent basis. The role involves setting and operating Doosan and Haas CNC lathes to produce precision components to exact drawings and quality standards.

You will set fixtures and tooling, monitor tool wear and surface finish, and support production through accurate machining and adherence to schedule. A 1-stage interview process applies.

Qualifications

• Experience setting and operating CNC lathes to engineering drawings.
• Ability to set fixtures and tooling and monitor surface finish.
• Skilled in checking components against drawing specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate Doosan 4100L, Doosan 4100 and Haas ST15Y driven tool lathes.
• Set chucks, fixtures and tooling per instructions.
• Produce components to engineering drawings.
• Check components at the machine for quality compliance.
• Work to production targets and schedule.
• Monitor tool wear and maintain surface finish.
• Visually inspect surface finish to ensure quality.

Skills

CNC turning

Setter operator

Quality inspection

Tools

Doosan CNC lathe

Haas CNC lathe

Job description

MERITUS are recruiting for a CNC Turner Setter Operator to join our Precision Manufacturing client in their growing Production team in a permanent role.

CNC TURNER SETTER OPERATOR - £16 - £18 PER HOUR - BASILDON, ESSEX - 1 STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS - SECTOR: PRECISION MANUFACTURING - AEROSPACE COMPONENTS

An established and rapidly growing precision manufacturing company is continuing to strengthen its machining team following sustained growth across aerospace, defence and commercial engineering programmes.

As new projects continue to be secured and production expands, they're looking to welcome an experienced CNC Turner / Setter to join the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys producing high‑quality precision components, working with modern CNC machinery, and taking pride in delivering components that meet exact engineering specifications for highly regulated industries.

Working with Doosan and Haas CNC lathes, you'll play an important role in supporting production, maintaining quality standards, and contributing to the successful delivery of complex engineering programmes.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for setting and operating Doosan and Haas CNC lathes to produce precision components in line with engineering drawings and quality standards. The role involves setting fixtures and tooling, monitoring tooling and surface finish, and supporting production requirements through accurate machining.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate Doosan and Haas CNC lathes, including Doosan 4100L, Doosan 4100 and Haas ST15Y driven tool lathes.
• Set chucks, fixtures and tooling in accordance with setting instructions.
• Produce precision‑machined components to engineering drawing specifications.
• Check components at the machine to ensure parts remain compliant with drawing and quality requirements.
• Work towards agreed production targets in line with scheduled manufacturing requirements.
• Monitor tool wear to ensure tooling remains in good condition and does not affect component quality.
• Visually inspect surface finish to ensure quality standards are maintained.

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a growing precision engineering business where craftsmanship, quality and continuous improvement are genuinely valued.

You’ll join an experienced manufacturing team, working on aerospace, defence and commercial engineering programmes, producing high‑precision components using Doosan and Haas CNC lathes.

As the business continues to secure new projects and expand its production capability, you’ll have the opportunity to play an important role in its ongoing success while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.