Cnc Turner

CNC Turner – Mazak Lathe Programming & Machining

My client are looking for a highly skilled and motivated CNC Turner, with strong experience in Mazak lathe programming and machining, to join their high-performance engineering team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for programming, setting and operating Mazak CNC lathes to manufacture high-precision components. Working within a technically demanding and fast-paced environment, the role requires a high level of accuracy, attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

CNC Machining & Programming

• Programming, setting and operating Mazak CNC lathes using Mazatrol

• Producing precision components to tight engineering tolerances

• Selecting appropriate cutting tools, work holding and machining strategies

• Setting tooling, offsets and work coordinates accurately

• Reading and interpreting detailed engineering drawings and specifications

• Carrying out first-off and in-process inspection of machined components

• Using precision measuring equipment and hand tools to verify component dimensions

• Identifying and resolving machining, tooling and programming issues

• Making programme adjustments and optimisations to improve component quality and machining efficiency

• Machining a range of materials including aluminium, stainless steel, steel and titanium

• Supporting both one-off/R&D manufacture and small-batch production

• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, machine care and workshop safety

Background & Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience programming, setting and operating Mazak CNC lathes using Mazatrol

• Strong practical experience in CNC turning and precision machining

• Proven ability to programme and modify Mazatrol programmes at the machine

• Experience working within R&D, prototype and/or small-batch production environments

• Proven ability to machine components to tight tolerances and high-quality standards

• Strong experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings

• Confident use of precision measuring equipment and inspection techniques

• Experience machining aluminium, stainless steel, steel and titanium

• Hands-on experience with manual lathes and milling machines

• Strong understanding of tooling, work holding, feeds, speeds and cutting strategies

• Experience working within a high-performance engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, motor sport or similarly demanding environment would be advantageous

• Experience with CNC Mill/Turn machines using Mazatrol would be an advantage

• Strong mechanical understanding, with the ability to diagnose and repair precision components under time pressure

Package

* From £42,000 DOE

* Hours of Work- 40hrs (7am-4pm Monday
- Thursday 7am-1pm Friday)

* Overtime Available

* Happy with frequent travel