CNC Turner Setter

CNC Turner, Setter, Operator – Late Shift

Location: Hemel Hempstead

Salary: £20.00 - £23.00 Per Hour, Plus Overtime & Benefits

Shift: 6PM – 4AM, Monday to Thursday

Overtime: Available at enhanced rates

Job Type: Permanent

Sector: Aerospace

CNC Turner, Setter - Role Description

This full-time, on-site role involves setting and operating CNC turning machines to produce

high-precision aerospace components. You will ensure machining processes are optimised for

accuracy, efficiency, and repeatability.

CNC Turner, Setter - Key Responsibilities

• Set, operate, and manage CNC turning machines (Fanuc controls)

• Prepare tooling, fixtures, and materials for production

• Monitor machining processes and make adjustments as required

• Perform in-process quality checks to tight aerospace tolerances

• Interpret engineering drawings with precision

• Maintain safe working practices and adhere to production standards

• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistent, high-quality output

• Support basic machine maintenance and care

Desired Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on CNC turning experience, ideally in aerospace or other high-precision

sectors

• Proficient in setting and operating CNC machines with Fanuc controls

• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings

• Solid understanding of tooling, machining techniques, and best practices

• Confident troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Experience working with premium materials such as Stainless Steel, Titanium, Inconel,

Aluminium, Nylon

• Commitment to quality assurance and production accuracy

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Apprenticeship trained or qualified by experience

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate + enhanced overtime pay

• Permanent role with long-term career prospects

• Opportunity to work with advanced CNC machinery and cutting-edge aerospace

components

• Supportive, skilled, and growing team environment

• Access to company benefits and development programs

• Salary sacrifice pension scheme 

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (including Christmas closure)

• Life assurance

• Employee support package, including 24/7 private GP access and wellbeing

services