Are you an experienced CNC Turner looking for your next opportunity?
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading manufacturer of high-precision components for the aerospace sector. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established manufacturing business that invests in its people, equipment and continuous improvement, offering long-term career opportunities and the chance to develop your skills across a range of advanced manufacturing processes.
The Role
As a CNC Turner, you will be responsible for setting and operating Fanuc-controlled CNC turning machines to produce high-precision components in line with technical drawings, specifications and quality standards. This job advert is for Setter/Operators but applications from CNC Operators or CNC Programmer/Setters are encouraged.
Key responsibilities include:
- Setting and operating Fanuc-controlled CNC turning machines
- Setting tooling, workpieces and fixtures, including establishing machine datums and work offsets
- Manufacturing soft jaws and preparing tooling for production
- Producing precision components accurately and efficiently to drawing tolerances and customer specifications
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications and GD&T
- Monitoring machining processes and optimising speeds, feeds and machine parameters to improve cycle times while maintaining quality and safety
- Carrying out in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment
- Troubleshooting and resolving common tooling, programme and machine issues
- Maintaining accurate production documentation, including inspection reports, setup sheets and tool lists
- Working closely with engineers and manufacturing colleagues to improve production processes and machining efficiency
- Supporting continuous improvement and maintaining a safe, high-quality working environment
- Following all company policies, quality standards and health and safety procedures
About You:
The successful candidate will have:
- Previous experience as a CNC Turner
- In-depth experience setting and operating Fanuc-controlled CNC turning machines
- The ability to fully set CNC machines, including installing workpieces, fixtures and cutting tools, and establishing datums and work offsets
- Strong engineering drawing interpretation skills and an understanding of GD&T
- Experience using precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, verniers, bore gauges and plug gauges
- A good understanding of CNC machining and manufacturing techniques
- Knowledge of machine parameters, speeds, feeds and optimisation techniques
- The ability to produce components accurately to drawing tolerances and customer specifications
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot machining issues
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues, engineers and other manufacturing personnel
- A willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies, machining techniques and process improvements
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
A variety of working hours and shifts are on offer, based on a 37-hour week. This includes:
Day Shift Monday to Thursday: 7.30am–4.00pm, Friday: 7.30am–12.30pm
Late Shift Monday to Thursday: 2.00pm–midnight (30% shift premium on top of hourly rate)
Double-Day Shift Pattern (25% shift premier on top of hourly rate)Rotating between: Early shift: Monday to Thursday, 6.00am–2.00pm and Friday, 6.00am–11.00am
Late shift: Monday to Thursday, 2.00pm–10.00pm and Friday, 11.00am–4.00pm
The successful candidate will normally be based at their designated site, although there may be occasions where temporary assignments at another Bristol-based site are required to support customer demand, training, project work or operational requirements.
Salary & Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate depending on experience and skill level:
- Operator: £12.92–£14.00 per hour
- Advanced Operator: £14.00–£15.62 per hour
- Setter-Operator: £15.62–£17.23 per hour
- Programmer Setter-Operator: £17.23–£18.31 per hour
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Simply Health cash plan after 6 months' service
- Death in Service benefit of 2x salary after 12 months' service
- Standard auto-enrolment pension
- Employee referral programme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
If you are interested, please call Josh Hoyle on 07712695480 or apply online
* Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position *
Pay: £15.62-£18.31 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
