CNC Turner Supervisor

Point Professional Recruitment LTD; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering firm in St. Neots is seeking an experienced CNC Turner Supervisor. This role involves overseeing a small team while remaining hands-on in producing high-quality components. You'll ensure production deadlines are met and quality standards upheld. The ideal candidate will have a mechanical engineering qualification, significant CNC turning experience, and a proven supervisory background. Attractive benefits include competitive salary, premium overtime, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Premium overtime rates

Supportive working environment with modern equipment

Qualifications

• Must have a mechanical engineering qualification or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience as a skilled CNC Turner in precision engineering.
• Leadership experience in a supervisory role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support a small team within the turning department.
• Delegate work effectively to meet deadlines and maintain high standards.
• Set and operate CNC lathes with advanced controls.
• Machine components according to engineering specifications.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering qualification

Skilled CNC Turner

Proven supervisory background

Ability to read engineering drawings

Confident in using measurement equipment

Knowledge of live tooling

Programming experience

Attention to detail

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

CNC machinery

Job description

The Role : CNC Turner Supervisor

Are you an experienced CNC Turner Supervisor or a skilled machinist looking to step up into leadership? This is an excellent opportunity to oversee a small team within a precision engineering environment while still remaining hands‑on in the manufacture of high‑quality components. You’ll take responsibility for delegating work, supporting colleagues, and ensuring production deadlines and quality standards are consistently met.

This permanent role is based in St Neots with a forward‑thinking precision engineering company that has built a strong reputation for technical expertise and innovation. As a CNC Turner Supervisor, you’ll be working with modern CNC machinery in a supportive, collaborative culture where quality and performance are at the forefront.

Main Responsibilities (CNC Turner Supervisor)

• Supervise and support a small team within the turning department
• Delegate work effectively to meet deadlines and maintain high standards
• Set and operate CNC lathes with Haas / Fanuc and DMG MORI CELOS controls
• Machine precision components from raw materials to engineering specifications
• Work with chucking and barfed machines, including live tooling and Y‑axis capability
• Carry out accurate measurements in line with inspection schedules
• Ensure compliance with Quality Management and Health & Safety procedures

Skills / Experience (CNC Turner Supervisor)

• Mechanical Engineering qualification (apprenticeship or equivalent)
• Skilled CNC Turner with precision engineering experience
• Proven supervisory or team‑leading background
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Confident in the use of measurement equipment
• Knowledge of live tooling (advantageous)
• Programming experience (advantageous)
• High attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines

Salary & Working Hours (CNC Turner Supervisor)

• Competitive salary plus premium overtime rates
• Monday – Thursday : 8.00am to 5.00pm
• Friday : 8.00am to 2.00pm

Benefits (CNC Turner Supervisor)

• 32 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Premium overtime rates
• Supportive working environment with modern equipment

If the position of CNC Turner Supervisor is of interest, please click Apply. We aim to respond to all applicants; however, if you haven’t heard from us within 10 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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