CNC Turner – Mazak / Fanuc

CNC Turner – Mazak / Fanuc
Lymington, Hampshire
Permanent | Days Shift | 39 Hours Per Week Precision Engineering | Aerospace | Defence | Oil & Gas

Are you an experienced CNC Turner looking to work on large complex, high-precision components for some of the world's most demanding industries? We are partnering with a leading precision engineering manufacturer in Lymington that supplies critical components and assemblies to the aerospace, defence, marine, oil & gas, and telecommunications sectors.

With continued investment in advanced machining technology and a strong order book, they are looking to expand their skilled manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected business where quality, precision, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do.

The Opportunity

As a CNC Turner, you will be responsible for programming, setting, and operating CNC lathes to manufacture large complex components in small batch volumes to extremely tight tolerances. Working within a modern machining environment, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality parts for safety-critical applications across multiple industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set, and operate CNC lathes using Mazak and/or Fanuc controls
• Produce high-precision components to exacting quality standards
• Interpret engineering drawings, stage drawings, and job cards
• Read, edit, and optimise CNC programs where required
• Work on manufacturing procedures, set-up sheets, and quality requirements
• Understand and apply GD&T principles during manufacture and inspection
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company quality systems
• Maintain high standards of component care and handling throughout the manufacturing process
• Collaborate with colleagues across production and engineering teams

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Minimum 5 years' experience operating Mazak and/or Fanuc-controlled CNC lathes

• Proven experience in programming, setting up, and operating CNC turning machinery

• Strong background in precision engineering and tight-tolerance machining

• Experience in machining large or complex components

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation

• Good understanding of GD&T principles

• Broad machining knowledge across a range of materials

• Right to live and work in the UK

Desirable

• Engineering apprenticeship or relevant engineering qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent)
• Experience within aerospace, defence, oil & gas, marine, or other highly regulated sectors
• Knowledge of modern tooling strategies and machining techniques
• Experience using hydraulic and manual steadies
• Eligibility to obtain Security Clearance

Working Hours Monday – Thursday: 6:45 am – 3:30 pm
Friday: 7:00 am – 1:00 pm

If you're a skilled CNC Turner looking to join a business that invests in its people, technology, and long-term growth, we'd love to hear from you.