CNC Turner

Description:

Location: Ilminster, Somerset
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience + 20% shift premium
Hours: Monday-Thursday 10:00pm-6:00am, Friday 10:00pm-5:00am
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Bennett & Game are currently working with a leading specialist engineering and optics manufacturer who are seeking an experienced CNC Turner / CNC Setter Operator to join their Ilminster facility on a permanent night shift.

This is an excellent opportunity for a CNC Turner with experience in precision engineering, with training available for candidates who have a strong CNC turning background but limited experience with Single Point Diamond Turning (SPDT).

CNC Turner - Role & Responsibilities

Setting and operating CNC Single Point Diamond Turning machinery
Manufacturing ultra-precision components to extremely tight tolerances
Interpreting engineering drawings, CAD data and surface finish specifications
Selecting and handling specialist diamond tooling
Achieving sub-micron tolerances and high-quality surface finishes
Carrying out first-off, in-process and final inspections
Using precision metrology equipment to verify component quality
Adjusting machine parameters to optimise quality, accuracy and cycle times
Carrying out routine machine maintenance and fault diagnosis
Maintaining accurate production and inspection records
Working closely with Engineering, Metrology and Quality teams

CNC Turner - Candidate Requirements

Previous experience operating CNC turning machinery
Experience with Single Point Diamond Turning (SPDT) is advantageous but not essential
CNC programming experience, including G-code or machine-specific controls, is desirable
Strong understanding of engineering tolerances and surface finishes
Experience working with precision materials such as aluminium, copper or nickel-based materials would be beneficial
Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach
Comfortable working independently within a clean and controlled manufacturing environment

CNC Turner - Benefits

20% shift premium for night shift working
Overtime paid at 1.5x after 39 hours and 2x on Sundays and Bank Holidays
25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
6% employer pension contribution
Company bonus scheme
Health Cash Plan
£500 employee referral bonusBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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