Job Description - CNC Lathe Operator

CNC Lathe Operator
£19.00 per hour (incl. shift allowance)
Rotating shifts | Overtime available

We are recruiting on behalf of a highly respected precision engineering company known for manufacturing high-precision components for demanding industries. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a skilled CNC Turner, Lathe Setter Operator to join their established production team.

Working with modern CNC machinery and industry-leading quality standards, this is a fantastic opportunity to further your engineering career within a supportive and forward-thinking business.

The Role:

Set and operate CNC lathes with Fanuc & Heidenhain controls
Carry out tool changes, offsets, and basic programme edits
Manufacture high-quality components to tight tolerances
Work from engineering drawings to produce first-offs and batch work
Maintain high standards in line with AS9100 / ISO 13485 Shift Pattern:

Early Shift:

Mon -Thurs: 6:00am - 2:00pm
Fri: 6:00am - 12:30pmLate Shift:

Mon -Wed: 2:00pm -12:30am
Thurs: 2:00pm -10:30pm
Fri: Day off Requirements:

Proven experience as a CNC Turner / CNC Lathe Operator
Experience setting and operating CNC machines
Ability to read and work from engineering drawings
Experience working to tight tolerances
Knowledge of Fanuc or Heidenhain controlsDesirable:

Apprentice trained or engineering qualification
Experience with multiple materials (metals / polymers)
5-axis or mill-turn experience
Basic CNC programming Benefits:

25 days holiday
4-day week on late shift
Early finish Fridays
Paid overtime
Company pension
Death in service cover
Training and progression opportunities Apply now

If you're an experienced CNC Turner looking for a stable role with excellent benefits and work-life balance, apply today.

Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Thanks for your application. Due to the high level of responses we are currently receiving, whilst we endeavour to contact everyone, sometimes we are unable to. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days of making your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion
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