CNC Turner Programmer​/Setter​/Operator

CNC Turner Programmer/Setter/Operator

Company location:
Bedfordshire

Pays up to 56k p/annum

Late Shift - Monday – Wednesday: 4:30pm – 3:30am

- Thursday: 4:30pm – 1:30am

Permanent | Precision Engineering | Competitive Earnings

Source Co Recruitment are currently hiring for an experienced CNC Turner on behalf of a well-established precision engineering manufacturer based in Bedfordshire. Due to continued growth and investment, our client is expanding their engineering team and is looking to add a skilled CNC professional to their resilient team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable manufacturing environment producing low volume, high precision components for demanding sectors such as Aerospace, Oil & Gas and Defence.

The Role:

* Programming, setting and operating 2 axis CNC turning machines

* Writing CNC programs longhand at the machine with minimal supervision

* Editing prewritten programs and carrying out full machine set ups

* Working with a range of hard and soft metals on one off to low/medium batch work

* Interpreting detailed engineering drawings and working to tight tolerances

* Carrying out in process inspection using precision measuring equipment

* Machining components up to 300mm diameter x 3m length (lifting equipment provided)

Required experience:

* Time served CNC Turner with strong hands-on experience in a machine shop environment

* Confident programming, setting and operating 2 axis CNC lathes

* Strong knowledge of cutting speeds, feeds and tolerancing

* Ability to work independently and maintain high quality standards

* Experience with Fanuc controls / Manual Guide i and G-code programming is advantageous

* Positive, self motivated, quality driven approach

Hours & Shift Pattern:

* Late shift

* Monday – Wednesday: 4:30pm – 3:30am

* Thursday: 4:30pm – 1:30am

Salary & Package:

* Pays a basic of £37,000 – £42,000 (depending on experience)

* Late shift premium paid at time and a third taking earnings to approximately £49,000 – £56,000 per annum

* Full time, permanent position

* Immediate start available

* 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays, plus additional Christmas shutdown leave

* Pension scheme

* Healthcare scheme

* Excellent working conditions and long term job security

Why Apply?

This role offers long-term stability within a business known for excellent staff retention, continuous investment, and a supportive working culture, making it ideal for an experienced CNC Turner seeking a secure late shift position