CNC Turner Setter/Programmer

Entech Technical Solutions Limited; West Byfleet; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime included

Private pension scheme

24 days annual leave

Job summary

Entech Technical Solutions Limited is seeking an experienced CNC Turner Setter/Programmer to join our precision engineering team in Woking, Surrey, with relocation to Send.

You will program, set and operate CNC turning machines to produce high-spec components from exotic materials, meeting tight tolerances and GD&T requirements.

We offer training, career development and a competitive package, with salary up to £46,000 plus overtime and benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines.
• Experience machining exotic materials such as Titanium, Inconel, Hastelloy and Duplex.
• Ability to manufacture complex components to tight tolerances.
• Strong reading of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Engineering apprenticeship or aerospace/defence/high-precision sector experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate CNC turning machines to manufacture precision components.
• Machine complex parts to micron-level tolerances using exotic alloys.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and GD&T requirements.
• Select appropriate tooling, cutting speeds and machining strategies for efficient production.
• Carry out in-process inspection using precision measuring equipment to ensure product quality.
• Diagnose machining issues, make programme adjustments and optimise machining performance.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized working environment while following all health and safety procedures.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC turning

GD&T knowledge

Engineering drawings

Tooling selection

Precision inspection

Problem solving

Aerospace/defence experience

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

CNC Lathes

Precision measuring equipment

Cutting tools

Job description

CNC Turner Setter/Programmer

Location: Woking, Surrey (Initially based in West Byfleet before relocating to a brand-new facility in Send)

Salary: Up to £46,000 + Overtime + Excellent Benefits

Permanent | Full Time

Entech Technical Solutions are recruiting for an experienced CNC Turner Setter/Programmer to join a growing precision engineering manufacturer supplying high-specification components to demanding industries.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a modern machining environment producing complex, high-precision components from exotic materials, where quality and craftsmanship are paramount. You'll join a business that invests heavily in its people, offering ongoing training, career development and the chance to work on technically challenging projects.

The Role

As a CNC Turner Setter/Programmer, you will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC lathes to manufacture precision-engineered components to extremely tight tolerances. Working from engineering drawings, you'll ensure every component meets the highest quality standards while continuously seeking improvements in machining efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate CNC turning machines to manufacture precision components.
• Machine complex parts to micron-level tolerances using a range of exotic and high-performance alloys including Titanium, Inconel, Hastelloy and Duplex materials.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and GD&T requirements.
• Select appropriate tooling, cutting speeds and machining strategies for efficient production.
• Carry out in-process inspection using precision measuring equipment to ensure product quality.
• Diagnose machining issues, make programme adjustments and optimise machining performance.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized working environment while following all health and safety procedures.

About You

We're looking for an experienced CNC Turner who takes pride in producing high-quality work and enjoys solving technical machining challenges.

You’ll ideally have:

• Proven experience programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines.
• Experience machining exotic materials or difficult-to-machine alloys.
• Ability to manufacture complex precision components to tight tolerances.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Excellent knowledge of tooling, cutting parameters and machining techniques.
• Experience using precision inspection equipment and quality processes.
• An engineering apprenticeship or experience within aerospace, defence, oil & gas or other high-precision manufacturing sectors would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £46,000, depending on experience.
• Overtime paid at 1.5x the basic hourly rate.
• Monday to Friday working with flexible start and finish times.
• Private pension scheme.
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Excellent training and professional development with a dedicated learning programme.
• Opportunity to join a growing engineering business committed to investing in cutting-edge technology and its people.

If you're an experienced CNC Turner looking to work on technically challenging projects within a business that genuinely invests in your development, we'd love to hear from you.