Conventional Turner

Workforce Recruitment and Training; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the UK seeks a Conventional Turner to optimize tooling and produce precision components. The role includes setting and operating multi-spindle lathes, collaborating with teams on quality assurance, and participating in LEAN initiatives to enhance efficiency. Successful candidates should have proven experience, a strong mechanical mindset, and an eagerness to mentor others. The position offers a salary range of £33,000-£39,000 along with a benefits package that includes a bonus scheme and private health care.

Benefits

Company bonus scheme – 12.5%

25 days holiday + bank

Private health care – Bupa

Flexible working hours

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience setting and operating multi-spindle conventional lathes such as Wickman.
• Understanding of SMED, 5S, Kaizen, and TPM principles.
• Ability to identify inefficiencies in processes.

Responsibilities

• Set up and optimize tooling on Wickman multi-spindle lathes.
• Perform rapid changeovers to maximize uptime.
• Collaborate with teams to maintain quality and machine reliability.

Skills

Proven experience with multi-spindle lathes

Strong mechanical aptitude

Knowledge of Lean principles

Effective communication

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Conventional Turner

Job Type: Shifts, Perm

Location: Barnstaple

Hours: Monday to Friday 6am - 2pm rotating to Monday to Wednesday 2pm - midnight and Thursday 2pm - 11:30pm (37.5 hours per week)

Pay: £33,000-£39,000

Company Overview

A leading global manufacturer of high-performance instrumentation and flow-control components serving critical industries including oil & gas, chemical processing, power generation, clean-energy sectors such as hydrogen and carbon capture, as well as semiconductor and life-science applications. The site specialises in precision-engineered valves, manifolds, fittings and regulators used in demanding, high-pressure and high-purity environments.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and optimize tooling and machine parameters on Wickman multi-spindle lathes to produce precision turned components.
• Perform rapid changeovers using SMED techniques to maximize machine uptime.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and production teams to maintain machine reliability and product quality.
• Contribute actively to LEAN initiatives, including 5S, Kaizen, and TPM, to improve process efficiency and reduce waste.
• Maintain accurate setup records and assist in training other operators.
• Adhere to safety and housekeeping standards consistent with lean manufacturing practices.

The right candidate

• Proven experience setting and operating multi-spindle conventional lathes, i.e. Wickman, Davenport, Index, Acme Gridley, or similar machines.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Practical knowledge of Lean principles such as SMED, 5S, Kaizen, and TPM.
• Ability to identify inefficiencies and participate in process improvement activities.
• Effective communicator who can collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to mentor and support less experienced team members.

Benefits

• Company bonus scheme – 12.5% (based on company performance)
• 25 days holiday + bank – Options to buy or sell 5 days
• Private health care – Bupa
• Flexible working hours
• Pension

What next?

• Do you have the experience? The company welcome a site visit to ensure you are happy with the role, the environment and the people you will work with!
• If you would like to speak to someone regarding being booked on a site visit then please contact Tom Edney on 07823 402 034 for more information or send an email to [e-mail]
• Immediate starts are available!

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