CNC Mechanist (turner)

Are you an experienced CNC Machinist with a strong background in turning looking for your next opportunity?
We’re recruiting for a skilled CNC Machinist – Turning to join an established manufacturing business in Irlam. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone confident in programming, setting and operating CNC lathes, particularly using Fanuc controls, who is looking to join a supportive and quality-focused machine shop.
You’ll be working with a range of CNC turning equipment, producing high-quality components while having the opportunity to utilise and continue developing your technical machining skills.
What’s in it for you?

• 20 days’ holiday, increasing by 1 additional day per year, plus bank holidays
• Christmas shutdown, with 3 days taken from annual leave
• Pension scheme: 5% employee contribution and 3% employer contribution
• Overtime opportunities available when required, although overtime is not regular or guaranteed
• Specsavers glasses for work
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Wellbeing day
• Medicash, with the option to opt in or out
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Contribution/loan towards public transport or EV cars
• Free onsite parking
• Free drinks, breakfast and fruit
• Team lunches
• Quarterly company values prize draw with the opportunity to win up to £100

The RoleAs a CNC Machinist – Turning, you’ll be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC lathes within the Machine Shop, working from engineering drawings to manufacture components accurately, safely and efficiently.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T
• Reading, understanding, editing and proving ISO turning programs
• Selecting the most appropriate tooling and inserts for each job
• Setting tools, offsets, chucks, collets, bar feeders and other equipment
• Producing first-off and sample components and checking these against the required quality standards
• Monitoring machining operations and taking accurate measurements
• Troubleshooting machining issues and making the necessary adjustments or reprogramming controls
• Replacing worn tooling where required
• Completing production and quality records, job cards, timesheets and SAP documentation
• Carrying out routine and preventative machine maintenance and reporting faults
• Working safely and in accordance with company quality and Health & Safety procedures
• Supporting continuous improvement and identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce costs

What We’re Looking ForWe’re looking for an experienced CNC Machinist – Turning who is confident programming, setting and operating CNC lathes.
Essential ExperienceTo be considered for this position, candidates must meet one of the following experience requirements:

• Have completed a minimum 3-year engineering/CNC machining apprenticeship, PLUS at least 3 years’ additional hands-on CNC machining experience following completion of the apprenticeship

OR

• Have a minimum of 6 years’ hands-on CNC machining experience within a relevant turning/machining role

You will also need:

• Strong experience in CNC turning
• Experience working with Fanuc controls
• Confidence programming, setting and operating CNC lathes
• The ability to read, understand and edit ISO turning programs
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
• Good knowledge of selecting the correct tooling and inserts
• Strong technical engineering knowledge
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Good organisational and time-management skills

The original specification also highlights experience with live tooling and sub-spindles as advantageous, alongside CMM experience. An HNC/HND in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering would be desirable but is not essential.
Previous experience working with plastics, composites or PTFE would also be an advantage, but is not essential.
Machines You Could Be Working WithThe machine shop operates a range of CNC turning equipment, including:

• Doosan Lynx 2100
• Lynx 220LSY
• Puma 2600SY
• Puma 2600M
• GT2100

You do not need previous experience on every machine listed. If you have strong CNC turning experience and are confident using Fanuc controls, we’d be keen to hear from you.
Ready for Your Next CNC Opportunity?If you’re an experienced CNC Machinist looking for a permanent opportunity where you can put your turning, programming and setting skills to good use, this could be an excellent next step.
You’ll be joining an established manufacturing environment with a great range of employee benefits, occasional opportunities for overtime, and the chance to continue developing your technical machining expertise.

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