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CNC Turner Mazak / Fanuc Lymington, Hampshire
Permanent | Days Shift | 39 Hours Per Week
Precision Engineering | Aerospace | Defence | Oil & Gas
Are you an experienced CNC Turner looking to work on complex, high-precision components for some of the world's most demanding industries? We are partnering with a leading precision engineering manufacturer in Lymington that supplies critical components and assemblies to the aerospace, defence, marine, oil & gas, and telecommunications sectors.
With continued investment in advanced machining technology and a strong order book, they are looking to expand their skilled manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected business where quality, precision, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do.
The Opportunity
As a CNC Turner, you will be responsible for programming, setting, and operating CNC lathes to manufacture complex components in small batch volumes to extremely tight tolerances. Working within a modern machining environment, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality parts for safety-critical applications across multiple industries.
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Key Responsibilities
- Program, set, and operate CNC lathes using Mazak and/or Fanuc controls
- Produce high-precision components to exacting quality standards
- Interpret engineering drawings, stage drawings, and job cards
- Read, edit, and optimise CNC programs where required
- Work on manufacturing procedures, set-up sheets, and quality requirements
- Understand and apply GD&T principles during manufacture and inspection
- Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company quality systems
- Maintain high standards of component care and handling throughout the manufacturing process
- Collaborate with colleagues across production and engineering teams
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- Minimum 5 years' experience operating Mazak and/or Fanuc-controlled CNC lathes
- Proven experience in programming, setting up, and operating CNC turning machinery
- Strong background in precision engineering and tight-tolerance machining
- Experience in machining large or complex components
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation
- Good understanding of GD&T principles
- Broad machining knowledge across a range of materials
- Right to live and work in the UK
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Desirable:
- Engineering apprenticeship or relevant engineering qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent)
- Experience within aerospace, defence, oil & gas, marine, or other highly regulated sectors
- Knowledge of modern tooling strategies and machining techniques
- Experience using hydraulic and manual steadies
- Eligibility to obtain Security Clearance
What's On Offer?
- Competitive salary
- Profit-sharing scheme
- Excellent pension and life assurance
- 34 days holiday, including bank holidays
- Health cash plan and wellbeing support
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Reward and recognition programmes
- Free onsite parking
Working Hours
- Monday Thursday: 6:45 am - 3:30 pm
- Friday: 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
If you're a skilled CNC Turner looking to join a business that invests in its people, technology, and long-term growth, we'd love to hear from you.
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