CNC Turner in Ilminster, Somerset

Location: Ilminster, Somerset
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience + 20% shift premium
Hours: Monday-Thursday 10:00pm-6:00am, Friday 10:00pm-5:00am
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Bennett & Game are currently working with a leading specialist engineering and optics manufacturer who are seeking an experienced CNC Turner / CNC Setter Operator to join their Ilminster facility on a permanent night shift.

This is an excellent opportunity for a CNC Turner with experience in precision engineering, with training available for candidates who have a strong CNC turning background but limited experience with Single Point Diamond Turning (SPDT).

• Setting and operating CNC Single Point Diamond Turning machinery
• Manufacturing ultra-precision components to extremely tight tolerances
• Interpreting engineering drawings, CAD data and surface finish specifications
• Selecting and handling specialist diamond tooling
• Achieving sub-micron tolerances and high-quality surface finishes
• Carrying out first-off, in-process and final inspections
• Using precision metrology equipment to verify component quality
• Adjusting machine parameters to optimise quality, accuracy and cycle times
• Carrying out routine machine maintenance and fault diagnosis
• Maintaining accurate production and inspection records
• Working closely with Engineering, Metrology and Quality teams

• Previous experience operating CNC turning machinery
• Experience with Single Point Diamond Turning (SPDT) is advantageous but not essential
• CNC programming experience, including G-code or machine-specific controls, is desirable
• Strong understanding of engineering tolerances and surface finishes
• Experience working with precision materials such as aluminium, copper or nickel-based materials would be beneficial
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach
• Comfortable working independently within a clean and controlled manufacturing environment

• 20% shift premium for night shift working
• Overtime paid at 1.5x after 39 hours and 2x on Sundays and Bank Holidays
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Company bonus scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• £500 employee referral bonus

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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