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Cnc Turner

Job Posted: 23 days ago

Salary: £ 38,000 - 42,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Gosport, Hampshire

Expire in: 4 days

Job Description

Are you an experienced CNC Turner looking to join a high-performing precision engineering team?
We are seeking a skilled and motivated CNC Turner to programme, set, and operate CNC turning machines within a modern and fast-paced machine shop environment. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality precision components across a diverse range of engineering projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive engineer who takes pride in their workmanship and thrives in a continuous improvement culture.
The Opportunity
Working alongside a team of experienced engineers and CNC technicians, you will be responsible for producing precision components to the highest quality standards while ensuring delivery schedules are achieved.
You will report directly to the Turning Team Leader and Production Manager and contribute to ongoing process and tooling improvements across multiple programmes.
Key Responsibilities
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    Programming, setting, and operating CNC turning machines
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    Working with Mazak and Okuma controls (Mazatrol / Fanuc)
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    Reading and interpreting detailed engineering drawings
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    Understanding and analysing CNC programs and machine movements
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    Selecting appropriate tooling and cutting inserts for optimal performance
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    Liaising with tooling suppliers when required
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    Conducting in-process inspection using hand measuring equipment
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    Maintaining strict in-process quality control standards
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    Troubleshooting machining and programming issues
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    Supporting machining process improvements and fixture/tooling development
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    Ensuring production targets and delivery deadlines are consistently met
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a CNC turning role
Strong experience programming CNC machinery
Ability to work independently and use own initiative
Proven problem-solving ability in a machining environment
Strong understanding of precision engineering drawings
High attention to detail and quality standards
Good communication and organisational skills
Qualifications:
- GCSE / O-Level (or equivalent)
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Proven ability to program CNC machinery independently
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
- Logical, pragmatic approach to problem-solving within a machining environment
- Continuous improvement mindset — able to identify and act on opportunities to improve processes, performance, and efficiency
- Clear and effective communication skills
- Strong time management with the ability to meet production deadlines
- Ability to work collaboratively with quality and production teams to optimise performance
- Confident working from both verbal and written engineering instructions
- Commitment to high housekeeping standards and 5S principles
- Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office
Desirable (Advantageous but Not Essential)
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    Experience programming Mazak (Mazatrol) controls
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    Experience programming Okuma (Fanuc) controls
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    Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
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    Experience using structured problem-solving methods such as 8D

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