CNC Turner – Setter/Operator

Earl Shilton, Leicestershire | Up to £16/hour | Full-Time | Permanent

Are you a skilled CNC Turner who’s confident setting and operating Fanuc-controlled lathes? Want a role with clean batch work, modern kit, and a choice between a four- or five-day week? This precision engineering business in Leicestershire is offering just that.

Due to continued growth, they’re looking for a CNC Turner – Setter/Operator to join their close-knit team producing high-precision components in small batch volumes for industries like motorsport, marine, defence, oil & gas, and scientific instrumentation. Programming knowledge would be a real bonus, but it’s not essential.

What’s on Offer:

• Pay: Up to £16 per hour (depending on experience)
• Shifts: Choice of two full-time, permanent patterns:
  • Option 1: Monday to Thursday, 07:00 – 17:15
  • Option 2: Monday to Friday, 07:00 – 16:00 (with early finish Friday at 12:00)
• Hours: 38 to 40 hours per week
• Overtime: Available during busy periods, paid at an enhanced rate
• Environment: Modern workshop with Fanuc-controlled Doosan and Hwacheon lathes

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a CNC Turner, you’ll be:

• Setting and operating Fanuc-controlled CNC lathes
• Producing small batch parts (typically 20–50 units, occasionally up to 100)
• Working from detailed engineering drawings
• Monitoring part quality and maintaining tolerances to high standards
• Supporting other team members and contributing to a tidy, organised shop floor
• Programming experience is a bonus but not essential – training can be provided

What You’ll Need:

• Previous experience as a CNC Turner, CNC Lathe Operator or similar
• Confident setting and operating Fanuc-based lathes
• Able to read and interpret detailed technical drawings
• Experience with small batch or precision work preferred
• Programming ability (advantageous but not essential)
• A positive attitude and a commitment to quality and precision

Why This Role?

• Modern machines, clean environment, and low-volume, high-quality parts
• Choice of 4-day or 5-day shift to suit your lifestyle
• Great team atmosphere in a well-established precision engineering firm
• The chance to take real pride in your work — no mass production, no rushed targets

Not Quite Right?

If this CNC Turner role doesn’t quite match what you’re looking for, visit beasonrecruitmentgroup.com/candidate-service, answer a few quick questions, and we’ll be in touch to help you find a better fit.

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