Skilled CNC Turner (Programmer / Setter / Operator)
| Posting date: | 12 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £22,000 to £40,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 April 2026 |
| Location: | NG17 7ER |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Ambitions Personnel |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | EF/120302-15500 |
Summary
CNC Turner Programmer / Setter / Operator
Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
Full-Time | Permanent
£22,000 – £40,000 depending on skill, experience and overtime
Ambitions Personnel are currently recruiting for a skilled CNC Turner – Programmer, Setter and Operator to join a well-established and respected engineering and manufacturing company based in Kirkby-in-Ashfield.
Due to continued growth and expansion of their customer base, our client is looking to strengthen their machining team with an experienced engineer who can programme, set and operate CNC lathes within a high-precision manufacturing environment.
The company specialises in machining, fabrication and assembly, producing precision components for a range of demanding industries including Energy, Medical, Defence, Rail, Aerospace, Transport and Oil Exploration.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC machinist looking to join a busy and modern machine shop producing complex components for high-specification industries.
The RoleThe successful candidate will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC lathes to manufacture precision components in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesProgramming, setting and operating CNC turning machines
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Machining complex components from materials including Aluminium, Alloy Steel, Stainless Steel, Inconel and Titanium
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Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
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Changing tooling and setting cutting parameters
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Inspecting components to ensure they meet specification
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Using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers, plug gauges, screw plugs and ring gauges
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Working both independently and as part of a skilled engineering team
Candidate Requirements
Solid experience programming CNC lathes
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Previous setting and operating experience, ideally with Fanuc controls
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Experience machining medium to large components
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Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
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Confident using engineering measuring equipment
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Strong communication and time management skills
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Ability to work using your own initiative
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Team player with a proactive attitude
Ideal Candidate
Able to program, set and operate Fanuc control systems
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Confident writing and editing CNC programs
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Experienced working to tight tolerances
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Experience with medium to large batch production
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Comfortable machining components up to 2 metres in length using lifting equipment
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Completed a CNC machining apprenticeship or able to demonstrate 10+ years’ relevant experience
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Strong knowledge of 3–4 axis CNC machines, cutting speeds and feeds, and geometric tolerances
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Experience working within ISO 9001:2015 environments (desirable)
If you are an experienced CNC Turner looking for your next opportunity within a well-established engineering environment, we would love to hear from you.
Apply online today or send your CV to:
ellie.fisher@ambitionspersonnel.com
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