Turning Programmer/Setter Operator
TechNichols Resourcing Ltd
Position: Turning Programmer/Setter Operator
Salary: £45,000 to £53,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus overtime plus benefits
Hours: Monday to Friday - 6:30am to 3:15pm Monday to Thursday and 6am to 1pm Friday
Location: Commutable from Camberley, Bracknell, Farnborough, Farnham, Guildford, Aldershot and surrounding areas
Company
An established and growing manufacturing company who precision machined parts and solutions to various industries, mainly Aerospace and Defence, are on the lookout for a Turning Programmer/Setter/Operator. If you’re looking for a role and company where you will receive job satisfaction, rewards and recognition, are hard working with a positive and a flexible attitude to work with excellent attention to detail and can work effectively and efficiently to meet target deadlines then this role could be for you
The environment is modern, clean and working with new cutting edge technologies.
Responsibilities
The role will involve programming, setting and operating various machinery (including CNC, Mazak, etc.), producing precision components in line with engineering drawings and customer specifications in the aerospace and automotive industry.
The role ensures machines are correctly prepared, tooling is optimised, and components are produced efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
- Program, set, and operate CNC turning/milling machines
- Set up machines, tooling, and materials for upcoming jobs within required timeframes
- Read, understand, and edit CNC programs where required
- Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to ensure accurate production
- Use measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, gauges) to inspect components
- Carry out in-process and final inspection to ensure parts meet required standards
- Achieve required output levels while maintaining quality and efficiency
- Monitor machine performance and make adjustments as required
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including work orders and verification of operations
Requirements
- Qualification in Engineering or a related field (desirable)
- 3–5 years’ experience in a similar CNC machining role
- Experience programming, setting, and operating CNC turning machines
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
- Competent in the use of measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, gauges)
If this role sounds of interest, please apply now and send your most up to date CV to Jane at TechNichols Resourcing to be considered. Or call TechNichols Resourcing and speak with Jane for further information.
We will endeavour to get back to all applicants but if you have not heard back within 5 working days unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful.
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