Are you an experienced CNC Machinist with a strong background in turning looking for your next opportunity?
We’re recruiting for a skilled CNC Machinist – Turning to join an established manufacturing business in Irlam. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone confident in programming, setting and operating CNC lathes, particularly using Fanuc controls, who is looking to join a supportive and quality-focused machine shop.
You’ll be working with a range of CNC turning equipment, producing high-quality components while having the opportunity to utilise and continue developing your technical machining skills.
What’s in it for you?
20 days’ holiday, increasing by 1 additional day per year, plus bank holidays
Christmas shutdown, with 3 days taken from annual leave
Pension scheme: 5% employee contribution and 3% employer contribution
Overtime opportunities available when required, although overtime is not regular or guaranteed
Specsavers glasses for work
Uniform and PPE provided
Wellbeing day
Medicash, with the option to opt in or out
Cycle to Work scheme
Contribution/loan towards public transport or EV cars
Free onsite parking
Free drinks, breakfast and fruit
Team lunches
Quarterly company values prize draw with the opportunity to win up to £100
The RoleAs a CNC Machinist – Turning, you’ll be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC lathes within the Machine Shop, working from engineering drawings to manufacture components accurately, safely and efficiently.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T
Reading, understanding, editing and proving ISO turning programs
Selecting the most appropriate tooling and inserts for each job
Setting tools, offsets, chucks, collets, bar feeders and other equipment
Producing first-off and sample components and checking these against the required quality standards
Monitoring machining operations and taking accurate measurements
Troubleshooting machining issues and making the necessary adjustments or reprogramming controls
Replacing worn tooling where required
Completing production and quality records, job cards, timesheets and SAP documentation
Carrying out routine and preventative machine maintenance and reporting faults
Working safely and in accordance with company quality and Health & Safety procedures
Supporting continuous improvement and identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce costs
What We’re Looking ForWe’re looking for an experienced CNC Machinist – Turning who is confident programming, setting and operating CNC lathes.
Essential ExperienceTo be considered for this position, candidates must meet one of the following experience requirements:
Have completed a minimum 3-year engineering/CNC machining apprenticeship, PLUS at least 3 years’ additional hands-on CNC machining experience following completion of the apprenticeship
OR
Have a minimum of 6 years’ hands-on CNC machining experience within a relevant turning/machining role
You will also need:
Strong experience in CNC turning
Experience working with Fanuc controls
Confidence programming, setting and operating CNC lathes
The ability to read, understand and edit ISO turning programs
The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
Good knowledge of selecting the correct tooling and inserts
Strong technical engineering knowledge
Excellent attention to detail
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Good organisational and time-management skills
The original specification also highlights experience with live tooling and sub-spindles as advantageous, alongside CMM experience. An HNC/HND in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering would be desirable but is not essential.
Previous experience working with plastics, composites or PTFE would also be an advantage, but is not essential.
Machines You Could Be Working WithThe machine shop operates a range of CNC turning equipment, including:
Doosan Lynx 2100
Lynx 220LSY
Puma 2600SY
Puma 2600M
GT2100
You do not need previous experience on every machine listed. If you have strong CNC turning experience and are confident using Fanuc controls, we’d be keen to hear from you.
Ready for Your Next CNC Opportunity?If you’re an experienced CNC Machinist looking for a permanent opportunity where you can put your turning, programming and setting skills to good use, this could be an excellent next step.
You’ll be joining an established manufacturing environment with a great range of employee benefits, occasional opportunities for overtime, and the chance to continue developing your technical machining expertise
