Lead CNC Turner

Lead CNC Turner

Salary:
Up to £45,000 per annum

Location:

Based near Woking, Surrey

Hours:

Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week (flexible start/finish within core hours)
Overtime:
Available at 1.5x when authorised

Start Date:

ASAP
Type:
Permanent

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, high-quality manufacturing business producing precision-engineered components for global markets including aerospace, electronics, medical and precision engineering.

The company operates a modern CNC machine shop and is seeking an experienced Lead CNC Turner to take a hands-on role while providing technical leadership within the CNC Turning section. This role suits someone who enjoys being on the tools, leading by example, and driving quality and continuous improvement on the shop floor.

Benefits:
Salary up to £45,000 per annum (DOE)

Paid overtime at 1.5x

Monthly production bonus (circa 2% of basic salary)

Pension scheme with employer contribution

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical insurance & healthcare cash plan (after probation)

Life assurance (death in service)

Excellent on-site facilities including free parking, EV charging & gym access

Strong commitment to training, development and progression

Lead CNC Turner Responsibilities:
Programming, setting and operating CNC turning and mill-turn machines

Acting as the technical lead within the CNC Turning section

Proving programs and resolving machining issues efficiently

Supporting new product introduction (NPI) and process development

Producing precision components to tight tolerances

Machining materials including aluminium, stainless steel, brass and other alloys

Supporting production planning, job prioritisation and effective shift handovers

Mentoring and supporting less experienced machinists

Driving continuous improvement in tooling, processes and productivity

Liaising with Quality and Engineering teams to resolve technical issues

Lead CNC Turner Requirements:
Strong experience with CNC turning and/or mill-turn machines

Confident using Mazak, Fanuc and/or Siemens controls

Proven ability to program, set and operate CNC machines independently

Experience with twin-spindle and/or Y-axis machines highly desirable

Able to read and interpret complex engineering drawings

Natural leadership style with a hands-on approach

Previous experience as a Senior or Lead Machinist advantageous

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