CNC Machinist - Turner

CNC Machinist (Turner)

Location: Tewkesbury
Salary: £32,000 - £38,000
Hours: Full-time, Permanent
Department: Operations

The Company

Our client is a leading precision engineering business supplying high-quality, complex components to the Oil & Gas, Aerospace, and Industrial sectors. Due to continued growth and investment, they are now seeking an experienced CNC Machinist (Turner) to join their operations team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist who takes pride in producing precision-engineered parts within a high-quality, technically demanding environment.

The Role

As a CNC Machinist (Turner), you will be responsible for setting, operating, and programming CNC Turning and Mill Turn machines to produce precision components within tight tolerances. Working as part of a collaborative production team, you'll ensure work is completed efficiently, accurately, and to customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Set, operate, and program CNC Turning and Mill Turn multi-axis machines

• Produce high-quality precision components to detailed specifications and tight tolerances

• Work to production schedules and agreed timescales

• Liaise with supervisors and colleagues to ensure smooth workflow

• Complete all necessary production documentation

• Maintain a safe and tidy working environment

Skills & Experience Required

Essential:

• Proven experience setting, operating, and programming CNC Turning or multi-axis machinery

• Strong understanding of fixtures, tooling, feeds, and speeds for different materials

• Knowledge of FANUC, Okuma, ISO, or Mazatrol programming

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications

• Experience using manual measuring equipment

• Knowledge of LEAN manufacturing principles

Desirable:

• Experience with live tooling

• Familiarity with Victor, Hyundai, or Doosan machine tool lathes

• Knowledge of CMM inspection and measuring techniques

• CAD/CAM experience (SolidWorks, hyperMILL)

• Apprentice trained with a recognised engineering qualification (City & Guilds, HNC, or equivalent)

Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Strong problem-solving ability and high attention to detail

• Capable of working independently and using own initiative

• Passion for producing high-quality work with complex materials

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Opportunity to work on high-quality, precision-engineered components

• Join a forward-thinking and supportive engineering team

• Stable, long-term career with development opportunities

To Apply

If you are an experienced CNC Turner with a passion for precision engineering and technical excellence, apply today with your CV to be considered for this opportunity.