CNC Turner
CNC Turner Salary £15 - 17 per hour
Dudley
Permanent | Full-Time | Alternating Shift
The Company
A long-established engineering business based in the West Midlands, specialising in high-integrity components for demanding industries such as defence, energy, and infrastructure.
The company operates a well-equipped machine shop and is known for producing precision-engineered, large-scale components to extremely tight tolerances.
CNC Turner Role & Responsibilities
We are looking for an experienced CNC Turner to join a specialist machine shop focused on heavy engineering.
The successful applicant will be responsible for programming, setting, and operating turning machines to machine components up to 20 metres in length.
As a CNC Turner, your duties will include:
- Reading and interpreting complex 2D engineering drawings
- Planning machining operations, including tooling, setup, and processes
- Turning large components to tight tolerances (±0.05mm)
- Programming using Siemens controls (basic programming required)
- Operating conventional and CNC turning machines (horizontal and/or vertical)
- Performing routine maintenance tasks including swarf removal, oiling, and greasing
- Deburring and preparing components for inspection and delivery
- Operating overhead pendant cranes to handle large components (training provided)
- Inspecting components at all stages of the process to ensure quality standards
- Recording daily bookings and maintaining accurate job tracking
- Keeping the machine shop clean, safe, and well-organised
- Supporting and supervising trainees and apprentices where required
CNC Turner Requirements
To be successful as a CNC Turner, youll need:
- Proven experience with conventional and CNC turning
- Ability to machine very large components to fine tolerances
- Experience using Siemens control systems (programming knowledge beneficial)
- Strong ability to read and follow technical engineering drawings
- Confidence working in a heavy engineering environment
- Flexibility to support other areas of the shop floor when needed
- A methodical and safety-conscious approach to machining
- Willingness to train or mentor apprentices as part of team duties
Company Benefits
- Overtime available at enhanced rates
- Large and well-maintained machine shop with modern equipment
- Long-term stability within a respected West Midlands manufacturer
- Opportunities to upskill or mentor junior engineers
- Free on-site parking
How to Apply for the CNC Turner Position
Apply now or for more information on the CNC Turner role, call or message Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482.
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