CNC Turning Machinist

CNC Turning Machinist – Woking, Surrey – £40,000 - £45,000 + Overtime + Production Bonus + Private Healthcare + Training & Development + Pension

Are you an experienced CNC Turning Machinist with strong programming, setting and operating skills, looking to take on a technical role within a highly respected precision manufacturing environment?

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC machinist to join a leading engineering and manufacturing business, taking ownership of complex machining processes while supporting and mentoring colleagues within the CNC Turning section.

In this role, you will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC turning and mill‑turn machines while acting as a technical lead on the shop floor. You will support process development, new product introduction activities and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality and efficiency.

This position offers strong technical ownership, excellent long‑term career development opportunities and the chance to work within a highly skilled manufacturing team producing precision‑engineered components.

• Program, set and operate CNC turning and mill‑turn machines to produce high‑quality components
• Act as a technical lead within the CNC Turning section, supporting and mentoring colleagues
• Prove out programs, resolve machining issues and optimise production processes
• Develop machining methods for new and existing products, including NPI activities
• Support production targets through effective planning, prioritisation and continuous improvement
• Liaise with Quality and Engineering teams to resolve technical and dimensional challenges

• Proven experience programming, setting and operating CNC turning and mill‑turn machinery
• Strong knowledge of Mazak, Siemens and Fanuc controls with ISO programming experience
• Recent experience working with twin‑spindle and/or Y‑axis mill‑turn machines
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a proactive and hands‑on approach to manufacturing
• Natural leadership qualities with the ability to support, mentor and develop others

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.