Turning Team Member

Round Peg Solutions; North Kesteven; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected global manufacturer in the United Kingdom is seeking a Turning Team Member to operate CNC and manual lathes while producing high-quality components. The ideal candidate will have experience in turning principles and the ability to read engineering drawings. This role offers a competitive salary between £23,492 and £30,432 annually, with additional benefits including a pension, subsidised healthcare, and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Join a forward-thinking team and develop your skills in an engineering environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension with 5% employer contribution

Subsidised healthcare

Uniform provided

Employee referral schemes

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience with manual and CNC turning.
• Dependable team player with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate manual and CNC lathes.
• Produce high-quality components from technical drawings.
• Inspect components with measuring tools.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

CNC experience

Manual turning experience

Detail-focused teamwork

Proactive approach

Education

NVQ in Engineering Manufacture

GCSE Maths and English (Grade C or above)

Tools

CNC machines (Okuma, Takamaz, Nakamura Tome TW-10)

Standard measuring equipment

Job description

Turning Team Member

Join NMB Minebea in Lincoln and become part of a world‑class engineering operation where quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do.

They’re looking for a Turning Team Member to strengthen their Turning department. Whether you bring solid CNC experience or a strong manual turning background with CNC exposure, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills within a stable, forward‑thinking manufacturing environment.

The Role

As a Turning Team Member, you’ll be responsible for setting and operating both manual and CNC lathes, producing high‑quality components that meet exacting engineering standards. You’ll work from technical drawings, make offsets and basic program edits, and ensure all parts are manufactured accurately, efficiently, and on time.

You’ll also

• Set and operate CNC machines (Okuma, Takamaz, Nakamura Tome TW‑10), including multi‑manning.
• Operate manual centre lathes for core machining tasks.
• Inspect components using standard measuring equipment.
• Ensure all documentation is completed accurately.
• Support colleagues and assist with alternative tasks as required.
• Contribute to achieving production, quality, efficiency, and delivery targets.

What They’re Looking For

Essential

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience or understanding of turning principles (manual and/or CNC).
• A dependable, detail‑focused team player.
• A proactive, target‑driven approach.
• Willingness to follow procedures and work to high standards.

Desirable

• NVQ in Engineering Manufacture or Advanced Modern Apprenticeship.
• Experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• GCSE Maths and English (Grade C or above).
• Computer literacy.
• Confident use of standard measuring equipment.

Working Hours

A/B Shift Rotation - 37 hours per week.

A Shift
Monday-Thursday: 6:00am - 1:35pm
Friday: 6:00am - 12:45pm

B Shift
Monday-Thursday: 1:25pm - 9:05pm
Friday: 12:35pm - 7:00pm

20% shift premium on B Shift.

Overtime available when required.

Salary & Benefits

• £23,492 - £30,432 per annum (Dependent on experience).
• Shift premium for B Shift.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Company pension with 5% employer contribution.
• Subsidised healthcare & personal accident cover.
• Uniform provided.
• Subsidised canteen & on‑site parking.
• Bike to Work scheme.
• Employee suggestion & referral schemes.
• Long service awards.
• Death in service benefit.

Why Join NMB?

At NMB Minebea, you’re not just taking a job, you’re building a long‑term career with a respected global manufacturer that invests in its people, values precision, and rewards commitment.

Apply now and take the next step in your engineering journey.