CNC Turner – Mazak / Fanuc
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CNC Turner – Mazak / Fanuc
Lymington, Hampshire
Precision Engineering | Aerospace | Defence | Oil & Gas
Permanent | Days Shift
Our client, a leading precision engineering manufacturer based in Lymington, is currently seeking an experienced CNC Turner to join their growing manufacturing team.
Operating across highly regulated industries including aerospace, defence, oil & gas, marine, and telecommunications, the business specialises in the manufacture of complex, high-precision machined components and assemblies using state-of-the-art machining technology and advanced manufacturing processes.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC machinist looking to work within a technically advanced environment, producing precision-engineered components to extremely tight tolerances.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for programming, setting, and operation of CNC lathes, producing small batch, high-precision components for demanding engineering sectors. This role would suit someone with strong experience operating within precision manufacturing environments and a solid background working with Mazak and/or Fanuc control systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Programming, setting, and operating CNC lathes
- Reading and editing CNC programs
- Producing high-precision machined components to tight tolerances
- Working from engineering drawings, stage drawings, and job cards
- Following set-up sheets and manufacturing procedures accurately
- Interpreting technical drawings and GD&T requirements
- Ensuring all work is completed in line with quality and safety standards
- Carrying out work in accordance with the company's quality systems and safe systems of work
- Working both independently and as part of a wider manufacturing team
Candidate Requirements: Essential Experience
- Minimum 3 years’ experience machining large components within a high-precision manufacturing environment
- Minimum 5 years’ experience operating Mazak and/or Fanuc controls
- Experience working from engineering drawings and manufacturing instructions
- Strong understanding of geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)
- Experience programming, setting, and operating CNC lathes
- Broad machining knowledge across a range of materials and applications
- Strong understanding of component handling and protection during manufacture
- Right to live and work in the UK
Desirable Experience
- Knowledge of modern tooling and machining techniques
- Experience programming Mazak and/or Fanuc controls
- Experience using hydraulic and manual steadies
- Aerospace, defence, oil & gas, or highly regulated manufacturing experience
Qualifications
- Engineering qualification (City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent)
- Completed a recognised apprenticeship in mechanical engineering
- Security Clearance eligibility desirable
Working Hours 39 hours per week:
- Monday – Thursday: 6:45 am – 3:30 pm
- Friday: 7:00 am – 1:00 pm
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected precision engineering business operating at the forefront of advanced manufacturing across multiple critical industries.
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