CNC Turner/Programmer/Setter
Listed on 2026-10-04
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Manufacturing / Production
CNC Machinist, Production QC/QA, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
Location: Chard Town
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About UsWe are a leading subcontract precision engineering company supplying high-quality machined components to the Aerospace, Oil & Gas, Automotive and other advanced engineering sectors. Operating to AS9100 quality standards, we manufacture complex components from a wide range of materials, including stainless steels, titanium, aluminium and exotic alloys, for customers across the UK and internationally.
Role OverviewWe are looking for an experienced CNC Turner / Programmer / Setter to join our skilled manufacturing team. You will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC lathes and mill-turn machines, producing complex precision-engineered components to demanding quality and tolerance requirements while supporting continuous improvement across production.
Key Responsibilities- Program, set and operate CNC turning centres using Fanuc and Mazatrol controls.
- Manufacture complex components on 2-axis, multi-axis and mill-turn lathes.
- Interpret engineering drawings and manufacture components to tight tolerances.
- Select tooling and optimise programs to maximise quality and productivity.
- Machine a variety of materials including stainless steels, aluminium, titanium and exotic alloys.
- Carry out first-off and in-process inspection using precision measuring equipment in accordance with AS9100 requirements.
- Support Lean/6S initiatives and maintain high housekeeping standards.
- Work closely with Engineering, Production and Quality teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
- Minimum five years’ experience in a CNC Turning / Programmer / Setter role.
- Strong CNC programming, setting and process optimisation skills.
- Experience in Aerospace, Oil & Gas, Automotive or other high-precision manufacturing sectors.
- Excellent understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T and precision measurement.
- Knowledge of AS9100 quality standards.
- Proactive, reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team.
- Offline programming experience (Mastercam, Edgecam or Fusion 360).
- Experience with continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing.
Competitive salary with overtime opportunities. - Training and career development.
- Private healthcare and dental scheme.
- Supportive, modern manufacturing environment.
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