CNC Turner - Setter / Operator

MTrec Ltd Technical; Shildon; On-site; GBP 35,864 - 43,037; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 day week

Job summary

MTrec Ltd is seeking a Multiskilled CNC Turner for a permanent backshift role. You will set up and operate Victor CNC lathes, read drawings, and ensure quality with a strong focus on safety and efficiency.

The position offers a 14:30–00:30 Mon–Thu schedule in a 4‑day week, with a competitive salary and opportunities to develop skills within a supportive manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering apprenticeship or NVQ in engineering or City & Guilds.
• Proven experience in CNC machine tools turning.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Victor CNC lathes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Quality check own work and maintain calibration.

Skills

CNC turning

Fanuc controls

CNC setter/operator

Technical drawings

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

NVQ/City & Guilds

Tools

Victor CNC lathes

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.

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)