CNC Turner - Setter/Operator

MTrec Recruitment; Shildon; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

4 day working week

Shift allowance

Job summary

MTrec Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking a Multiskilled CNC Turner to join a permanent backshift role. You will set up and operate Victor CNC lathes and mills, read engineering drawings, and check part quality. Expect careful offsets, machine calibration, and adherence to safety standards in a busy production cell.

The position offers a 4-day week (Mon-Thu, 14:30–00:30) with a competitive salary including a shift allowance, and a supportive manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• 3+ years experience in CNC turning.
• Ability to set up and operate CNC turning and milling machines.
• Ability to read technical drawings and interpret specifications.
• Knowledge of Fanuc controls.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Victor CNC lathes and mills to program specifications.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and part specifications.
• Troubleshoot and adjust offsets to maintain accuracy.
• Perform quality checks on own work and ensure conformance to drawings.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and comply with health & safety rules.

Skills

CNC turning experience

CNC milling

Fanuc controls

Read technical drawings

Independent / team work

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

Victor CNC machines

Job description

MTrec's new career opportunity

Our client are specialists in their industry sector, they are looking to recruit a Multiskilled CNC Turner on a permanent basis.

Please note this position will be working a permanent backshift, the hours of work are 14:30-00:30 Monday to Thursday.

The Job you'll do

• CNC Turner - Setter/Operator, to set and operate Victor CNC Machines with Fanuc control systems.
• The ideal candidate will possess a versatile skill set encompassing CNC machining, mechanical knowledge, and hands on experience with various tools and processes.
• The successful applicant will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC machines, ensuring precision and efficiency in production.
• Set up and operate Victor CNC lathes.
• Hand Deburr and fettle detailed components.
• Quality checking own work.
• Troubleshoot and make adjustments to offset coordinates.
• Read and understand technical engineering drawings.
• Be able to read understand CNC programmes, using machine interface
• Using our manufacturing system to be able to check material availability, part requirements, part routings and issue.
• Operate within a 5s manufacturing cell environment CNC turning machines with precision, adhering to technical specifications and safety standards.
• Maintain machine calibration and perform basic troubleshooting to minimise downtime.
• Keep the work area clean, organised, and compliant with health & safety regulations.

About You

• Engineering apprenticeship/City and guilds / NVQ's / National tech certificate engineering.
• Proven thorough experience in CNC machine tools turning.
• Must be able to setup and operate CNC Turning and mill machines.
• Mechanical knowledge of tooling, fixtures, and machine maintenance.
• Knowledge of Fanuc controls.
• Ability to read technical drawings and interpret specifications accurately
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail in a fast paced environment
• Minimum of 3 years in a similar role.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• This role offers an excellent opportunity for dedicated individual seeking to enhance their skills within a supportive manufacturing environment.

The Rewards and the Benefits

• Permanent position.
• 4 day working week, Mon to Thursday 14:30- 00:30.
• Excellent salary- £35,864- £43,037.28 (including shift allowance).