Precision CNC Turning Machinist – Plastics Specialist

Hunter Selection

Irlam

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 49,000

Full time

14 days+

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Holiday

Job summary

Hunter Selection is seeking a CNC Machinist (Turning) in Irlam to join a precision engineering team producing high-spec parts from engineered plastics and fluoropolymers. You will programme, set and operate Fanuc CNC turning machines, read drawings with GD&T, select tooling and perform first-off inspections.

The role offers Monday–Friday, 7:30am–3:30pm, with overtime, pension and holiday benefits; salary £40,000–£48,500 based on experience and skills.

Qualifications

  • Strong CNC turning experience.
  • Experience programming, setting and operating CNC lathes.
  • Fanuc control experience.
  • Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T.
  • Precision machining experience.
  • Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
  • Quality-focused approach.

Responsibilities

  • Programme, set and operate CNC turning machines.
  • Edit and prove ISO turning programmes.
  • Manufacture precision components to tight tolerances.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
  • Select tooling, offsets and workholding equipment.
  • Carry out first-off inspections and quality checks.
  • Troubleshoot machining and production issues.
  • Maintain accurate production documentation.
  • Support continuous improvement and process development.
  • Work closely with engineering and production teams.

Skills

CNC turning
Programming lathes
Fanuc control
Reading drawings
Precision machining
Troubleshooting
Quality mindset

Education

Time-served apprenticeship

Tools

Doosan Lynx 2100
Doosan machines
Multi-axis turning
Plastics/PTFE tooling

Job description

Hunter Selection is seeking a CNC Machinist (Turning) in Irlam to join a precision engineering team producing high-spec parts from engineered plastics and fluoropolymers. You will programme, set and operate Fanuc CNC turning machines, read drawings with GD&T, select tooling and perform first-off inspections.

The role offers Monday–Friday, 7:30am–3:30pm, with overtime, pension and holiday benefits; salary £40,000–£48,500 based on experience and skills.

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