CNC Turner

Are you an experienced CNC Turner looking for your next opportunity?

Can you Set and Operate Fanuc controlled machines?

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading manufacturer of high-precision components for the aerospace sector. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established manufacturing business that invests in its people, equipment and continuous improvement, offering long-term career opportunities and the chance to develop your skills across a range of advanced manufacturing processes.

The Role

• Setting and operating Fanuc-controlled CNC turning machines


• Setting tooling, workpieces and fixtures, including establishing machine datums and work offsets


• Manufacturing soft jaws and preparing tooling for production


• Producing precision components accurately and efficiently to drawing tolerances and customer specifications


• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications and GD&T


• Monitoring machining processes and optimising speeds, feeds and machine parameters to improve cycle times while maintaining quality and safety


• Carrying out in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment


• Troubleshooting and resolving common tooling, programme and machine issues


• Maintaining accurate production documentation, including inspection reports, setup sheets and tool lists


• Working closely with engineers and manufacturing colleagues to improve production processes and machining efficiency


• Supporting continuous improvement and maintaining a safe, high-quality working environment


• Following all company policies, quality standards and health and safety procedures

About You:

• In-depth experience setting and operating Fanuc-controlled CNC turning machines


• The ability to fully set CNC machines, including installing workpieces, fixtures and cutting tools, and establishing datums and work offsets


• Strong engineering drawing interpretation skills and an understanding of GD&T


• Experience using precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, verniers, bore gauges and plug gauges


• The ability to produce components accurately to drawing tolerances and customer specifications


• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot machining issues


• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality


• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues, engineers and other manufacturing personnel


• A willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies, machining techniques and process improvements

Hours:

A variety of working hours and shifts are on offer, based on a 37-hour week. This includes:

• Day Shift Monday to Thursday: 7.30am-4.00pm, Friday: 7.30am-12.30pm


• Late Shift Monday to Thursday: 2.00pm-midnight (30% shift premium on top of hourly rate)


• Double-Day Shift Pattern (25% shift premier on top of hourly rate)Rotating between: Early shift: Monday to Thursday, 6.00am-2.00pm and Friday, 6.00am-11.00am


• Late shift: Monday to Thursday, 2.00pm-10.00pm and Friday, 11.00am-4.00pm

You will normally be based at one designated site, although there may be occasions where temporary assignments at another Bristol-based site are required to support customer demand, training, project work or operational requirements.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate depending on experience and skill level:


• Operator: £12.92-£14.00 per hour


• Advanced Operator: £14.00-£15.62 per hour


• Setter-Operator: £15.62-£17.23 per hour


• Programmer Setter-Operator: £17.23-£18.31 per hour


• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays


• Simply Health cash plan after 6 months' service


• Death in Service benefit of 2x salary after 12 months' service


• Standard auto-enrolment pension


• Employee referral programme


• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

* Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position *