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Kurt J. Lesker Company – CNC Turner Programmer/Operator

Location: St Leonards, East Sussex. Employment type: Permanent, Full-time. Fixed shift pattern with specialist training, healthcare cash plan, holiday, and pension.

We are looking for a CNC Programmer/Operator to join us at the Kurt J. Lesker Company at our European headquarters in St. Leonards, East Sussex. If you’re passionate about CNC machining, experienced in both CNC and manual turning operations, and eager to advance your career with a company that champions excellence and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you. The fixed working pattern for this position is Monday – Thursday 08:00–17:00 and Friday 08:00–14:30.

Kurt J. Lesker Company (KJLC) is a global leader in advanced manufacturing, delivering high-performance vacuum products and systems that power innovation across semiconductor, aerospace, medical, and optical industries. With over 70 years of expertise, we’re trusted by some of the world’s most critical sectors to support the development of next-generation technologies. We’re proud to be recognised for our commitment to sustainability, ethical practices, and a workplace culture that values excellence.

• Set workpieces and run direct and remote programs on both horizontal and vertical CNC turning machines.
• Operate lathes and perform manual turning, using traditional machining techniques and precision metalworking.
• Program bespoke designs using CAM software.
• Read detailed technical mechanical drawings and maintain a safe, clean work environment.

• ONC/HNC (Mechanical, Manufacturing Technology or Industrial Technology) or equivalent experience.
• Proven machining experience on CNC equipment or using CNC solid modeling (turning).
• Delcam or MasterCam programming experience.
• Extensive knowledge of machine functions (G code, M code, offsets, etc.).

• Lean Manufacturing.

• Competitive salary.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Matched pension up to 5%.
• Health Cash Plan offering £600 per annum towards healthcare costs for you and your family, plus access to a free 24-hour doctor service.
• Income protection insurance.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay.
• Corporate, wellness and charity events throughout the year with the option to earn an extra day of annual leave.

Please note we have a PSL in place and are unable to accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies.