I’m currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing company based in Irlam who are looking for an experienced CNC Turner to join their skilled and supportive machine shop team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong CNC turning experience, particularly using Fanuc controls, who is confident programming, setting and operating CNC lathes.
You’ll have the opportunity to work across a range of CNC turning equipment, take ownership of your work from engineering drawing through to finished component, and continue developing your technical machining skills within an established manufacturing environment.
What’s in it for you?
20 days’ holiday, increasing by 1 additional day per year, plus bank holidays
Christmas shutdown, with 3 days taken from annual leave
Pension scheme: 5% employee contribution and 3% employer contribution
Overtime opportunities available when required, although overtime is not regular or guaranteed
Specsavers glasses for work
Uniform and PPE provided
Wellbeing day
Medicash, with the option to opt in or out
Cycle to Work scheme
Contribution/loan towards public transport or EV cars
Free onsite parking
Free drinks, breakfast and fruit
Team lunches
Quarterly company values prize draw with the opportunity to win up to £100
The RoleAs a CNC Turner / CNC Machinist, you’ll be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC lathes within the machine shop, working from engineering drawings to manufacture high-quality components accurately, safely and efficiently.
This is a hands-on position suited to someone who is confident taking a job from drawing through to finished component.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines
Working with Fanuc controls
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T
Reading, understanding, editing and proving ISO turning programs
Selecting the most appropriate tooling and inserts for each job
Setting tools, offsets, chucks, collets, bar feeders and associated equipment
Producing first-off and sample components and checking them against required quality standards
Monitoring machining operations and taking accurate measurements
Troubleshooting machining issues and making adjustments or reprogramming where required
Replacing worn tooling when necessary
Completing production and quality records, job cards, timesheets and SAP documentation
Carrying out routine and preventative machine maintenance and reporting faults
Working in line with company quality and Health & Safety procedures
Supporting continuous improvement and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency
What We’re Looking ForI’m looking to speak with experienced CNC Turners who are confident programming, setting and operating CNC lathes and take pride in producing high-quality work.
Essential ExperienceTo be considered for the position, you must meet one of the following experience requirements:
Either:
A minimum 3-year engineering/CNC machining apprenticeship, PLUS at least 3 years’ additional hands-on CNC machining experience following completion of the apprenticeship
OR:
A minimum of 6 years’ hands-on CNC machining experience within a relevant turning/machining role
You’ll also need:
Strong hands-on CNC turning experience
Experience working with Fanuc controls
Confidence programming, setting and operating CNC lathes
Ability to read, understand and edit ISO turning programs
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
Good knowledge of selecting the correct tooling and inserts
Strong technical engineering knowledge
Excellent attention to detail
Good troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Experience with live tooling and sub-spindles would be advantageous, as would experience using CMM equipment.
An HNC/HND in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering would also be desirable but is not essential.
Previous experience working with plastics, composites or PTFE would be beneficial, although this is not essential.
Machines You Could Be Working WithThe machine shop operates a range of CNC turning equipment, including:
Doosan Lynx 2100
Lynx 220LSY
Puma 2600SY
Puma 2600M
GT2100
You don’t need to have worked on every machine listed. If you have strong CNC turning experience, are confident with Fanuc controls and can program, set and operate CNC lathes, I’d be keen to hear from you.
Ready for Your Next CNC Opportunity?If you’re an experienced CNC Turner looking for a permanent position where you can put your programming, setting and machining skills to good use, this could be a great next step.
You’ll be joining a well-established manufacturing company, working across a varied range of CNC equipment within a quality-focused machine shop where your experience and technical ability will be valued
Salary description
£36000.00 - £45000.00 per year