CNC Turner Setter Programmer

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Basildon; On-site; GBP 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

MERITUS is recruiting a CNC Turner Setter Operator to join their precision manufacturing client in Basildon, Essex. The role covers setting, operating and online programming of Doosan and Haas CNC lathes to produce high‑quality components to strict drawings and tolerances.

You will prepare machines, fixtures and tooling, edit CNC programmes at the machine, monitor tooling and surface finish, and support production to meet targets in aerospace, defence and commercial sectors.

Qualifications

• Experience setting and programming CNC turning machines.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and set up tooling accurately.
• Proven track record in precision aerospace components.

Responsibilities

• Set, operate and online program Doosan and Haas lathes to produce precision components.
• Prepare machines, fixtures and tooling and monitor quality.
• Collaborate with production to meet targets and tolerances.

Skills

CNC turning

Set-up

Online programming

Doosan lathe

Haas lathe

Reading drawings

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 PROGRAMMER £18 - £20 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 / Programmer 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 ownership of setting, operating and online programming CNC lathes to meet exact engineering specifications.

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 precision-engineered components for highly regulated industries.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for setting, operating and online programming Doosan and Haas CNC lathes to produce precision components in line with engineering drawings, setting instructions and quality standards.

The role involves preparing machines, setting fixtures and tooling, creating and adjusting programmes at the machine, monitoring tooling and surface finish, and supporting production requirements through accurate and efficient machining.

Key Responsibilities

• Set, operate and online programme Doosan and Haas CNC lathes.
• Produce precision‑machined components to engineering drawing specifications.
• Create, edit and adjust CNC programmes at the machine to support production requirements.
• Set chucks, fixtures and tooling in accordance with setting instructions.
• Set tool heights and tool definitions to ensure accurate machining.
• 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.
• Monitor and visually inspect surface finish to ensure quality standards are maintained.

Main Activities

• Operate Doosan and Haas CNC lathes to manufacture precision components.
• Complete online programming, editing and adjustments to CNC programmes where required.
• Ensure programmes support accurate and efficient component production.

Machine Setting

• Set chucks, fixtures and tooling in accordance with approved setting instructions.
• Set tool heights and tool definitions to ensure machining accuracy.

Quality Control

• Inspect components during production to ensure they continue to meet engineering drawing specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor surface finishes and identify any issues affecting component quality.

Production

• Support the achievement of agreed production targets in line with the manufacturing schedule.
• Maintain consistent machining standards throughout production runs.

Tooling

• Monitor tool wear and ensure tooling remains suitable for continued production.
• Take appropriate action where tooling condition may impact job quality.

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.