Cnc Turner Programmer Setter Operator

Description:

CNC Turner - Lathe Setter / Operator (Fanuc)

Location

Aylesbury, Bucks

Pay

Good (dependant on experience)

Shift

Early or Day Shift

Purpose of Role

CNC Turners to work on fixed-head, Fanuc-controlled machines.

Looking for experienced setters and operators rather than programmers.

To set and operate CNC Doosan and Nakamura lathes with Fanuc controls, producing precision-engineered components safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

•Set and operate CNC turning machines

•Load tooling, set offsets, and prepare machines for production

•Read and interpret engineering drawings

•Carry out first-off and in-process inspections

•Use micrometres, verniers, bore gauges, and other measuring equipment

•Maintain machine performance and minimise downtime

•Support continuous improvement and TPM activities

•Work to production schedules and quality requirements

•Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety

Essential Skills & Experience

•Proven CNC turning experience

•Fanuc control experience

•Ability to set and operate CNC lathes independently

•Strong drawing interpretation skills

•Good inspection and measurement experience

•Positive attitude and strong attention to detail

Desirable

•Aerospace or precision engineering experience

•Multi-axis CNC turning experience

•Experience with Nakamura, Doosan, Puma, or similar machines

•Knowledge of GD&T

What Success Looks Like

•Parts produced right first time

•High quality standards maintained

•Machines running efficiently

•Positive contribution to delivery performance and team objectives