Prime Appointments is recruiting an experienced CNC Turner to join a modern, well-equipped precision engineering company producing high-quality components for a range of industries.
This is a permanent, day-shift opportunity offering excellent work-life balance, flexible start times, and competitive hourly pay, ideal for someone looking to move away from shifts without sacrificing earnings.
The Role
You'll be working within a modern machine shop, producing high-quality precision components to tight tolerances across a range of materials and batch sizes.
Duties will include:
Setting and operating CNC fixed-head lathes (single & double turret)
Working with Fanuc controls (editing and/or programming)
Selecting tooling and setting machines from engineering drawings
Proving out programs and producing first-off components
Running production to required quantities and quality standards
Carrying out in-process inspection using standard measuring equipment
Completing QA documentation and maintaining high standards
What We're Looking For
Experience setting and operating CNC lathes (essential)
Experience with Fanuc controls (editing or programming)
Ability to read and work from engineering drawings
Confident carrying out basic inspection and quality checks
Previous experience in a precision engineering environmentProgramming experience is beneficial, but strong setters/operators with editing experience are also encouraged to apply.
What's On Offer
£20.00 per hour (39-hour week)
Overtime available
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Healthcare cash back scheme
Retail discounts
Ongoing training and development
Working Hours
Monday to Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Flexible start time available (from 7:30am)
Why Apply?
Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing business
Day shift with flexibility - no evenings or weekends
Supportive team environment with modern equipment
Ideal for someone looking to improve work-life balance
Easily commutable from Braintree and surrounding areas including Chelmsford, Colchester, and Witham.
If you're a CNC Turner looking for a better work-life balance while maintaining a strong hourly rate, apply today or contact Mark at Prime Appointments for more information
Salary description
£32000.00 - £40000.00 per year