Job Title: CNC Turning Programmer / Setter / Operator
Location: Ferndown
Hours: 20:30 to 07:00 Monday to Thursday
Salary: £21 - £22ph
A precision engineering manufacturer supplying the aerospace and defence sectors is looking for an experienced CNC Turning Programmer / Setter / Operator to join their team.
Role Summary You will program, set, and operate Mazak CNC turning centres, managing the full process from program creation to final inspection.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Mazak machines using Mazatrol, SmoothX/SmoothG or ISO G-code.
- Develop machining strategies and interpret engineering drawings/GD&T.
- Set up Mazak lathes (Quick Turn, Nexus, Smooth, Integrex).
- Install and measure tools; set work and tool offsets; complete safe prove-outs.
- Run production, adjust offsets, change inserts/tools and ensure accuracy.
- Carry out first-off and in-process inspection using precision measuring tools.
- Record quality data and resolve machining issues (chatter, taper, finish).
- Perform routine machine maintenance and maintain 5S standards.
Desirable
- Experience with Integrex or live tooling.
- CAM knowledge (Mastercam).
- Lean/5S experience.
- Forklift or crane certification.
- Level 3/4 engineering qualification or apprenticeship.
What Next?
Apply now or call/message Rio at Holt Engineering on for more information on the CNC Turner Role.
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