CNC Machinist – CNC Turning / Programming / Setting / Operating
📍 Location: Molesey, Surrey
💰 Salary: (Negotiable depending on experience)
🕒 Hours: 40 hours per week + Overtime Available
🌴 Holiday: 26 days + Bank Holidays
🏭 About the Company
We are working with a well-established precision engineering company based in Surrey, supplying high-quality CNC machined components to a broad range of industries including automotive, agricultural, medical, architectural, leisure and lighting.
Operating from a modern 12,000+ sq. ft. facility, the business continues to invest in advanced CNC turning and milling technology, enabling them to machine components from 2mm up to 250mm diameter. With a strong reputation for quality and long-term client relationships, they are now looking to strengthen their turning team.
🔩 The Role
They are currently looking for a CNC Setter / Operator to join the CNC turning section. This role would suit either a strong setter/operator or someone with programming experience who wants to take ownership of jobs from setup through to production.
🛠 Key Responsibilities
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Setting and operating CNC turning machines to produce precision components
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Adjusting tooling, offsets and programs to maintain quality and efficiency
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Producing small to medium batch components to tight tolerances
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Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
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Carrying out in-process inspection using standard measuring equipment
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Troubleshooting machining issues and improving cycle times where possible
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Maintaining machines and ensuring a clean, safe working environment
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Working closely with the production team to meet delivery targets
✅ What We're Looking For
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Previous experience setting and operating CNC turning centres
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Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and tolerances
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Strong attention to detail and quality standards
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Experience machining materials such as stainless steel and aluminium
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Good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
⭐ Desirable (But Not Essential)
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Experience with Fanuc or Siemens controlled machines
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Experience with mill-turn or sliding head machines
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Knowledge of offline programming software (e.g. OneCNC)
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Engineering apprenticeship or formal machining training
💼 What’s On Offer
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Competitive hourly rate
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Overtime available
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Modern, clean working environment
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Stable long-term position within a growing precision engineering business
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Opportunity to develop into programming roles