CNC Turner
Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire
Salary: £38,000 – £52,000 per annum (negotiable, DOE)
Benefits
* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus paid Christmas shutdown
* Company pension scheme
* Healthcare scheme
* Free onsite parking
* Modern, well-equipped machine shop
* Long-term stability with training and progression
Company Profile
A well-established subcontract precision engineering business specialising in low-volume, high-quality components, including tubular and threaded parts. Supplying sectors such as aerospace, defence and oil & gas, the company is known for its technical capability, flexibility and reliability. Ongoing investment in people and machinery, combined with a loyal, long-serving workforce, makes this an excellent long-term career opportunity.
Job Profile
As a CNC Machinist (CNC Turner) on the late shift, you will program, set and operate 2-axis CNC lathes to produce high-precision components. This is a hands-on role requiring strong drawing interpretation skills, attention to detail and experience working to tight tolerances across a range of materials.
Duties
* Program, set and operate 2-axis CNC turning machines
* Write and edit programs at the machine using Fanuc (G-Code / Manual Guide i)
* Set tooling, materials, feeds and speeds
* Carry out in-process inspection using precision measuring equipment
* Produce low to medium volume components to tight tolerances
* Machine a variety of metals, including larger components (hoist training provided)
* Maintain high standards of quality and continuous improvement
Skills & Attributes
* Time-served CNC Turner / CNC Machinist
* Strong experience programming, setting and operating 2-axis CNC lathes
* Confident with Fanuc controls, G-code and Manual Guide i
* Excellent engineering drawing and tolerance interpretation
* Self-motivated, quality-focused and able to work independently
* Experience machining a range of metals
Education / Certificates
* Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on experience preferred
Hours of Work
Day or Night shifts available
Days:
* Monday to Thursday 8am - 5pm, Friday 8am - 2.30pm
Nights:
* Monday to Wednesday 4:30pm – 3:30am, Thursday 4:30pm – 1:30am
Interested?
This is a great opportunity for an experienced CNC Turner to join a stable, well-invested engineering business with a strong reputation for quality. You’ll work on challenging, high-precision components in a modern environment, with long-term security and opportunities to develop your skills