CNC Turner (Setter/Operator)
Join a quality-focused machining team producing repeat, conforming components to tight specifications, supporting on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery to customers.
You'll set and operate CNC turning machines (FANUC-controlled, Nakamura lathes), ensuring consistent quality and supporting stable, repeatable production. You'll also contribute to continuous improvement and, where needed, help define best practice for new or developing jobs.
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Set and operate CNC turning machines to spec and agreed instructions
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Measure/check parts to confirm conformance before first-off submission
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Produce first-off batches for First Article approval
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Support first production parts through FAIR and/or PPAP requirements
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Help establish stable, repeatable production processes (methods, tooling, documentation)
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Suggest continuous improvement ideas and implement approved changes
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Communicate clearly with the team and relevant departments
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Maintain excellent housekeeping and safe working practices at all times
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Support other tasks where your skills are needed across the shop
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Proven CNC turning experience (setter/operator level)
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Strong quality mindset and ability to work to specifications and instructions
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Comfortable working to realistic deadlines while maintaining standards
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Time-served engineering apprenticeship
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FANUC control experience
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Experience working to control plans
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5S / Lean manufacturing exposure
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AS9100 knowledge/experience (advantageous)
We put people, teamwork, safety, and high standards first. We're looking for someone proud of their work, supportive of others, and committed to delivering great quality and service.
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Permanent role
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23 days holiday + bank holidays
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Off-road site parking
This is a permanent job. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications.
