CNC Draaier | NTS Drachten

Nts Group; Drachten; Remote; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NTS Group in Drachten, Netherlands, is looking for an experienced CNC Turner to join a small, skilled team on a shop floor. You will set up, program, and operate CNC lathes with tight tolerances on exotic materials, coordinating closely with engineering and preparation.

You will work in two shifts and have opportunities to progress toward programming or machining specialist roles, depending on performance and interest.

Qualifications

• MBO level 3/4 in Machining or Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven experience setting up, operating and programming CNC lathes.
• Experience with CAM programming, preferably TopSolid, and Fanuc/Siemens controls.
• Good command of English in speech and writing.
• Willingness to work 2 shifts: 6:00–14:30 and 14:15–23:00 (Fri until 21:45).

Responsibilities

• Independently setting up, operating, and optimising CNC lathes.
• Programming independently in TopSolid or at the control.
• Preparing fixtures and checking tools, products and materials per drawings.
• Turning compact one-offs and small series with micron-level precision.
• Monitoring the quality of your own work according to tight tolerances.

Skills

CNC turning

CAM programming

TopSolid

English proficiency

Education

MBO level 3/4 in Machining or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

TopSolid CAM

Fanuc control

Siemens control

Mikroturn Hembrug/Mori Seiki/Emco lathes

Job description

*\"At NTS, we make it possible together. Technology inspires and drives us; it's our passion. Every day, we work on unique solutions for complex challenges. Whether it's ultra-complex or ultra-precise solutions, we are proud of what we do and what we deliver.\"*### **Job Description**As a **CNC Turner** at NTS Drachten, you are at the foundation of our production process. You work independently on our CNC lathes from Mikroturn Hembrug, Mori Seiki, and Emco, with Fanuc and Siemens controls. You set up your work yourself, program it yourself in TopSolid 7 or at the control, and measure it yourself. From start to finish, it's your work.You turn compact, ultra-precise products from mostly round starting material, often no larger than what fits in the palm of your hand, with precision up to about 1 micron. No mass production, but one-offs and small series in high-quality and exotic materials such as titanium, molybdenum, niobium, platinum, stainless steel, and Stavax. It's the combination of tight tolerances and varying materials that makes it truly craftsmanship.You work in a compact team of about four machinists on your own production floor, in two shifts. The lines are short, and the atmosphere is direct and down-to-earth. Together with engineering and preparation, you make new products feasible and look for the best way to machine them.What you don't know yet, you'll learn here on the shop floor from your closest colleagues, at a pace that suits your experience. If you want to progress, you can develop into a programmer or machining specialist with us.### **Your responsibilities also include:*** Independently setting up, operating, and optimising our CNC lathes (Mikroturn Hembrug, Mori Seiki, and Emco);* Programming independently in TopSolid 7 or at the Fanuc or Siemens control;* Preparing fixtures and checking tools, products, and materials based on technical drawings and work instructions;* Turning compact one-offs and small series from round material with precision up to about 1 micron;* Monitoring the quality of your own work and measuring according to our customers' tight tolerances.* #### **Requirements** We are looking for an experienced CNC Turner who enjoys precision work and brings the following: + A completed technical education at MBO level 3 or 4, preferably in Machining or Mechanical Engineering; + Demonstrable experience with independently setting up, operating, and programming CNC lathes; + Experience with CAM programming, preferably TopSolid, and at the control (Fanuc or Siemens); + Good command of the English language in speech and writing, for drawings, work instructions, and communication on the shop floor; + Willingness to work in 2-shifts (6:00 to 14:30 and 14:15 to 23:00, Monday to Thursday; until 21:45 on Fridays).* #### **Your benefits*** #### **About NTS**### Interested in this vacancy or would you like to know more?Apply now and send your CV (and cover letter) via the application button above. For more information about this vacancy or our organisation, please contact Recruiter Manon Leighton using the details below.#### Manon LeightonRecruitment Business Partner* [phone]* [e-mail]* LinkedIn## Application procedure#### Step 1**Your application**You apply via our website. Within 7 days, you will receive a substantive response from our recruiter. If needed, we may ask additional questions to better understand your profile.#### Step 2**First contact**The recruiter will contact you by phone or email. If we see a potential match, we will share your profile with the hiring manager.#### Step 3**First interview**You will meet with the manager and/or a future colleague. Usually on-site at NTS, sometimes via Teams. We will discuss your expertise and the technical context of the role in depth.#### Step 4**In-depth discussion & tour**If we are both enthusiastic, a second on-site interview will follow. This often includes a tour of the department or production floor. In some cases, we organise a job shadowing session.#### Step 5**Offer & start**If we are both convinced, you will receive an offer. After agreement, we will initiate the onboarding process together. Welcome at NTS!