Location: Stoke on Trent
Job Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday day shift
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
A long-established precision engineering company is looking for an experienced CNC Turning Programmer & Setter to join its skilled manufacturing team on a permanent basis.
The company has over 20 years' experience supplying high-quality components and assemblies across sectors including science and medical, oil and gas, automotive and other precision-led industries.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC lathes, with Fanuc controls being essential. This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, working from engineering drawings and supporting production to ensure high-quality output.
This role would suit someone confident, proactive and experienced, who enjoys problem-solving, working independently and contributing to a small, highly skilled team.
Key Responsibilities
Programme, set and operate CNC turning machines
Work confidently with Fanuc-controlled CNC lathes
Read and interpret engineering drawings
Produce precision components to required specifications
Carry out checks to ensure quality and accuracy
Support day-to-day manufacturing requirements
Identify and resolve production or machining issues
Work independently while contributing to the wider teamRequirements
Strong experience setting and operating CNC turning machines
Experience with Fanuc controls is essential
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Solid background in manufacturing or precision engineering
Practical problem-solving skills
Hands-on and proactive approach
Ability to work independently and under pressure
Strong team spirit and positive attitude
GCSEs or equivalent preferred but not essentialPackage
Permanent position
Monday to Thursday day shift
37 hours per week
Overtime available on selected Fridays
Free on-site parking
190 hours annual leave
Company bonus scheme
Competitive salary, fully negotiable depending on experienceWR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide.
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Salary description
£30000.00 - £40000.00 per year