Location: Wallsend, Tyne & Wear (NE28)
Job type: Permanent, full-time
Salary: £16.00 per hour (overtime at time and a half when available)
Hours: Monday–Thursday 7:30am–4:30pm, Friday 7:30am–12:30pm
The opportunity
ABS Talent is recruiting a CNC Turner (Setter/Operator) on behalf of a well-established drilling equipment manufacturer in the Newcastle area. With over 20 years in the industry and a reputation as one of the UK's leading drilling equipment suppliers, our client manufactures high-quality casings, subs and drilling tools — and is continuing to invest in and expand its workshops.
This is a great opportunity for a capable CNC turner to join a busy, growing manufacturing team, with an early finish every Friday.
The role
* Setting and operating CNC turning machines — Doosan Puma
* Producing precision-machined components (casings, subs and drilling tools)
* Working to engineering drawings and required tolerances
* Carrying out quality checks on machined components
* Maintaining a safe, clean and organised work area
About you
* Proven experience as a CNC Turner / Setter / Operator
* Experience on Doosan (or similar) CNC lathes
* Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
* Quality-focused with good attention to detail
* Reliable, motivated and a good team player
What's on offer
* Permanent position with an established, growing manufacturer
* £16.00 per hour, plus overtime at time and a half
* Monday–Thursday days with an early finish every Friday (12:30pm)
* The chance to join a skilled, dedicated team in a well-equipped workshop
Interested? Apply with your CV and I'll be in touch to discuss the role in more detail. All enquiries handled in confidence
Salary description
£15.00 - £16.00 per hour