CNC Turner (Programmer - Days Only)

CNC Turner Programmer / Setter Operator
Location: Washington, Tyne & Wear
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Bonus + Enhanced Pension
Contract Type: Permanent Dayshift Early Finish Friday

Our client, a highly respected precision engineering manufacturer, is seeking an experienced CNC Turner Programmer / Setter Operator to join its dynamic machining team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a modern environment, producing high-quality, precision-engineered components. The organisation is renowned for its excellent staff retention, positive culture, and long-term stability.

The Role:
As a CNC Turner, the successful candidate will be responsible for programming, setting, and operating advanced CNC turning machinery, ensuring the production of precision components from initial setup through to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Programme, set up, and operate CNC turning machinery
• Edit and optimise existing programmes for efficiency
• Produce components adhering to tight tolerances and engineering drawings
• Select appropriate tooling and workholding solutions
• Conduct first-off and in-process inspections to maintain quality standards
• Maintain high levels of productivity while supporting continuous improvement activities within the machine shop

About You:
The ideal candidate will possess:

• Previous CNC turning experience in a precision engineering environment
• Strong programming, setting, and operating skills
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience in working to tight tolerances
• A comprehensive understanding of machining processes and tooling
• Knowledge of live tooling and multi-axis machining

Desirable Experience:

• C-axis and Y-axis machining
• Working with complex precision components
• Experience in low-volume and high-mix manufacturing
• Machining of specialist or exotic alloys
• Manual milling experience

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £45,000, based on experience
• Annual performance-related bonus scheme
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Annual salary reviews
• Dayshift with an early finish Friday.
• Excellent work-life balance with early finishes on Fridays
• A stable, long-term career opportunity within a modern manufacturing environment
• Supportive and collaborative engineering team

Why Apply?
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a well-established engineering organisation that is dedicated to investing in its people and fostering an outstanding working environment. The successful candidate will enjoy a varied and technically challenging role within a secure and growing organisation.

If you are an experienced CNC Turner Programmer / Setter Operator looking to take the next step in your career, this role could be the perfect fit. Apply today to seize the chance to contribute to a thriving team and advance your career in precision engineering!

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