I am recruiting for a CNC Miller/Turner (Setter/Operator, Level 2) to join a well-established engineering manufacturer working across maritime, automotive and aerospace projects.
CNC Miller/Turner (Day Shift) - Poole
Key Details
Location: Poole, Dorset (BH17 0GG)
Contract: Permanent
Rate: £17.50 to £18.00 per hour
Hours: 39 per week, overtime paid at time and a half
Core working hours (must be worked): Monday to Thursday, 9:00am to 4:00pm
Typical day shift pattern: Start 7:00am to 8:00am, finish 4:00pm to 5:00pm (flexi-time around core hours)
Friday opening: 8:00am to 12:00pm (where required to fulfil weekly hours)
What You Will Be Doing
Setting and operating CNC Mill/Turn and Lathe machines using FANUC control systems to manufacture components to customer drawings and specifications.
Setting and operating CNC milling and turning / mill-turn machines.
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation.
Producing components to specification and carrying out self-inspection activities.
Inspecting your own work to drawing tolerances and SPC requirements.
Maintaining a high standard of engineering workmanship and attention to detail.
Carrying out tool setting and offset adjustments where required.
Maintaining your work area to a high standard in line with 5C/5S principles.
Supporting quality, productivity, and continuous improvement targets within the machining department.
Keeping a safe, organised, and efficient working environment.
What We Are Looking For
Skills & Qualifications
Proven experience setting and operating CNC milling and turning machinery.
Completed a recognised apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering.
Strong engineering ability with a fully skilled approach to machining.
Confident reading engineering drawings and working to tight tolerances.
Quality-focused with experience carrying out self-inspection and measurement checks.
Experience using FANUC controls.
Working knowledge of Nakamura machines with bar feed systems would be advantageous, but is not essential.
Experience within the aerospace industry is highly desirable.
Sector experience across maritime, automotive, or aerospace manufacturing environments is beneficial.
What We Are Looking For In You
Adept with FANUC Controls and comfortable setting and operating CNC machinery independently.
Solid experience working within a precision engineering or aerospace manufacturing environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality components.
A proactive attitude and willingness to contribute positively to the wider team.
Commitment to maintaining high housekeeping, quality, and safety standards.
Important Note (Eligibility)
This site is ITAR-controlled, therefore nationality eligibility restrictions apply (NATO countries only).
If you are interested, please send your CV along with your notice period and confirmation of your day shift availability
Salary description
£17.50 - £18.00 per hour