CNC Turner - Setter/Operator

CNC Turner – Programmer/Setter/Operator

Location: Cumbernauld, North Lanarkshire

Hours: 39 hours per week (Day or Night Shift)

Pay: £18–£21 per hour DOE + Overtime (at 1.5x)

About the Role:

Our Client is looking to recruit a skilled CNC Turner to join their precision machining team. The ideal candidate will be confident programming, setting and operating 2-axis CNC lathes with Fanuc controls, and capable of working from engineering drawings to tight tolerances. While offline programming experience is a bonus, training will be provided for those looking to expand into offline programming using Edgecam.

You’ll be working with a wide variety of materials – from composites to high-temperature alloys – in a clean, well-equipped environment, supporting a company with a strong reputation for quality and investment in its people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program, Operate and set 2-axis CNC lathes (Fanuc controls)
• Read and interpret engineering drawings
• Create, read, and understand ISO programs
• Work independently within a high-precision manufacturing environment
• Select appropriate tooling and apply correct cutting conditions
• Handle a wide range of materials, from composites to high-temp alloys
• Support the production team with minimal supervision

Desirable but Not Essential:

• Experience with Edgecam or similar offline programming software
• Willingness to learn programming with full training support

Shifts Available:

Day Shift

Mon–Thu: 08:00–17:00

Fri: 08:00–13:00

Night Shift

Mon–Thu nights: 19:00–07:00

• First 39 hours at 1.333x
• Additional hours at 1.5x

No weekend working – all overtime done during the week.

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive hourly rate: £18–£21/hr (DOE)
• Plenty of weekday overtime paid at 1.5x
• 30 days holiday (including average earnings holiday pay)
• Workplace pension
• Private medical insurance
• On-the-job training in offline programming (Edgecam)

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a confident CNC Turner looking for a company that values quality, precision, and long-term progression, we’d love to hear from you.