CNC Turner Programmer - Fanuc

Posting date:	29 January 2026
Salary:	£50,000 to £65,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	28 February 2026
Location:	CH42
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Workforce Recruitment and Training
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	0000537904-65507

Summary

Job Title: CNC Turner – Programmer / Setter Operator

Location: Birkenhead

Shift: Various shifts available

Salary: OTE £50,000 – £65,000

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced CNC Turner – Programmer / Setter Operator or Setter Operator to join a precision engineering team specialising in aerospace components. You’ll be working on Nakamura multi-axis CNC lathes with Fanuc controls, producing high-quality, precision components to tight tolerances. The role involves setting, programming, and optimising speeds and feeds for a range of materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Set, operate, and program multi-axis CNC turning machines (Nakamura)

  
  

• Program and edit using Fanuc controls

  
  

• Produce high-precision aerospace components to strict tolerances

  
  

• Calculate and optimise speeds and feeds for different materials and cutting conditions

  
  

• Maintain quality and accuracy throughout the machining process

  
  

• Work collaboratively with the team to meet production schedules

  
  

• Follow health, safety, and operational procedures at all times

  
  Skills & Experience Required

  • Proven experience as a CNC Turner – Programmer / Setter Operator or Setter Operator

    
    

  • Strong experience on Nakamura multi-axis lathes

    
    

  • Confident programming and editing on Fanuc controls

    
    

  • Experience machining aerospace components is a strong advantage

    
    

  • Strong understanding of precision measurement, tolerances, and quality standards

    
    

  • Ability to confidently calculate and apply speeds and feeds

    
    

  • Reliable team player with a proactive approach

    
    Benefits

    • OTE £50,000 – £65,000 depending on shift and experience

      
      

    • Overtime paid at x1.5

      
      

    • 25 days holiday + statutory bank holidays

      
      

    • Death in service cover x2 annual salary

      
      

    • £500,000 invested in new machinery last year

      
      

    • Great working environment with a skilled and supportive team

      
      

      What Next?

      If you have the experience and this sounds like the right fit, site visits are encouraged so you can meet the team and see the workshop first-hand.

      Contact: Antony Brunn on 07881 297172 or email abrunn@wftech.co.uk to arrange a visit or for more information.

      Immediate starts available!

      About Us:
      WF Tech are responsible for placing skilled and in-demand people on both a permanent and contract basis into the Precision & Advanced Manufacturing sectors, from skilled Machining Personnel and Specialist Engineers to Supervisory and Management positions.

      Our Specialist Consultants have an in-depth understanding of your skills and offer the best advice on your next step. We are always searching for the best talent, so if you know anyone, why not recommend someone to one of our professional team who will be more than happy to help.

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