CNC Turner (Setter/Operator)

Description:

Role Type: Full time, permanent
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £37,517.20 per year (All in)
Working Hours: 1 week rotation – Mornings (Monday to Friday - 6am until 2:30pm) and Nights (Monday to Thursday - 6pm until 4am)

Role Overview

My client is seeking an experienced CNC Turner (Setter/Operator) to join their team in Sheffield. As a CNC Turner, you will be responsible for the precision machining of high-integrity components to meet stringent customer and industry requirements. The role involves working with high-performance and exotic materials, producing components to tight tolerances, and ensuring all work complies with company quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manufacture precision components in line with engineering drawings and customer specifications

2. Set up and operate Fanuc-controlled CNC lathes and related machining equipment safely and efficiently

3. Work within company quality systems and procedures to ensure full compliance

4. Interpret complex engineering drawings and translate them into finished machined parts

5. Machine high-grade and difficult materials, including Inconel 718 and similar alloys

6. Maintain high housekeeping standards to ensure a safe, clean, and organised work area

7. Meet agreed production times while maintaining quality and accuracy standards

8. Select appropriate tooling, feeds, and speeds to achieve optimal machining performance

9. Support continuous improvement in efficiency, quality, and workshop practices

Skills & Competencies

1. High level of accuracy and attention to detail

2. Strong problem-solving skills

3. Ability to interpret technical engineering drawings

4. Good communication skills

5. Flexible and adaptable to changing production demands

6. Strong understanding of machining principles and manual machining techniques

Performance Expectations

1. Proven experience working on CNC lathes in a machine shop environment

2. Experience working with high-performance alloys and difficult-to-machine materials

3. Experience working to tight tolerances and quality standards in a manufacturing environment

Apply now and I'll be in touch to discuss the next steps