CNC Turner

Job Title: CNC Turner Setter or Programmer

Job Type: Shifts, Permanent

Location: Crewkerne

Hours: Mon-Fri 6am-2pm / Mon-Thurs 2pm-12am

Pay: £40,000 - £45,758 DOE (Inc shift premium)

Our client is a market leading Hydraulic Valve Systems manufacturing company. They are on the lookout for a skilled CNC Turner (particularly sliding head but training is provided). The role focuses on developing hydraulic cartridge valves and maintaining safety standards while setting and operating a Sliding Head CNC Machine. Responsibility will include keeping to quality standards for valve components made for a large variety of international projects.

• Set up and operate sliding head CNC machines using tooling and setup sheets to machine components to specified tolerances and within set times.
• Follow Health & Safety and 5S Standards; ensure compliance with EHS guidelines, maintain and improve 5S workplace organization and lean standards.
• Maintain tools by using change inserts, drills, and other tooling as needed, and suggest alternative tooling solutions when appropriate.
• Conduct dimensional inspections using appropriate equipment and accurately record output and scrap to maintain quality control.
• Follow work orders and complete tasks in line with the machine system.

• Previous CNC machine setting experience and ability to set up and operate CNC turning machines independently.
• Ability to keep to tight tolerances while reviewing engineering drawings and maintaining specifications.
• Strong quality and safety awareness – act independently in performing quality checks, keep to safety procedures, and take responsibility for machine condition and output.
• Previous experience with sliding head CNC machines is an advantage but not essential; training can be provided.
• Experience with Fanuc systems or similar CNC controls would be advantageous.

• Up to 9% employer pension contribution.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 30 with service).
• Option to buy an extra week of holiday each year.
• Health cash plan – claim back dental, optical & more.
• Retail discounts – including Tesco, Currys, Argos & Hoseasons.
• Great work‑life balance – early finish before the weekend.
• Training & development opportunities.
• Additional benefits discussed during the process.

Immediate starts are available!