Large CNC Turner

Large CNC Turner
Overview
We are looking for an experienced CNC Turner to join a busy precision machining environment manufacturing small batch, high-precision components for highly regulated industries. This role is ideal for someone with strong experience setting and operating large CNC lathes and working with Mazak and/or Fanuc control systems.

Hours:

39 hours per week
Rate: £18-22/hour DOE (Setting vs Operating vs Programming etc)
Core

Shift:
 
* Monday to Thursday: 6:45am to 3:30pm
 
* Friday: 7:00am to 1:00pm
 
* 30-minute unpaid lunch break

Key Responsibilities
 
* Program, set and operate CNC lathes, including reading, editing and optimising CNC programs.
 
* Follow manufacturing procedures, set-up sheets and work instructions to ensure consistent production.
 
* Interpret engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances with a strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
 
* Manufacture precision components to customer specifications and quality requirements.
 
* Ensure all work is completed in accordance with quality standards, engineering documentation and customer requirements.
 
* Maintain high standards of health, safety and housekeeping at all times.
 
* Work effectively both independently and as part of a manufacturing team.
 
* Carry out additional production duties as required to support the business.
Skills and Experience
Essential
 
* Right to live and work in the UK.
 
* Minimum of three years' experience machining large components within a high-precision manufacturing environment.
 
* At least five years' experience operating CNC lathes with Mazak and/or Fanuc control systems.
 
* Experience working from engineering drawings, job cards and manufacturing work instructions.
 
* Broad knowledge of machining processes across a variety of engineering materials.
 
* Experience handling, protecting and machining precision manufactured components.
 
* Ability to program, set and operate a range of CNC machine tools.
 
* Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles.
 
* High attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safe working practices.
Desirable
 
* Knowledge of modern cutting tools and machining techniques.
 
* Experience programming Mazak and/or Fanuc controls.
 
* Experience using hydraulic and manual steadies for machining large components.
Benefits
 
* Competitive pension and life assurance.
 
* 34 days annual leave including bank holidays.
 
* Health cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme.
 
* Profit share, Cycle to Work scheme, free parking and career development opportunities