CNC Turner

  • Reference icon Reference Number: 446464
  • PublishDate iconPublished Date: 03/09/2026
  • JobType iconJob Type: Contract
  • salaryRate iconSalary: £20 - £30 Per hour
  • domain iconIndustry: Engineering
  • type iconHours: Full Time

Role: CNC Turner - Setter/Operator

Location: Bristol

Salary: Negotiable

Term: 6 months (extension or permanent available)

Working hours: 6am - 2pm/2pm - 10pm (early finish on Fridays)

A leading precision engineering and advanced manufacturing business is looking for an experienced CNC Turner - Setter/Operator to join its manufacturing team in Bristol.

You will set and operate Fanuc-controlled CNC turning machines, producing high-precision components to engineering drawings, specifications and tight tolerances.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set and operate CNC turning machines.
  • Set tooling, workholding, soft jaws, datums and offsets.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
  • Inspect components using micrometers, verniers, bore gauges and plug gauges.
  • Optimise speeds, feeds and cycle times.
  • Troubleshoot tooling, programme and machine issues.
  • Complete production and quality documentation.
  • Support continuous improvement, quality and safety standards.

About You

  • Proven experience as a CNC Turner / Setter-Operator.
  • Strong experience with Fanuc controls.
  • Confident setting CNC turning machines from drawings.
  • Good knowledge of engineering drawings, tolerances and GD&T.
  • Experienced using precision measuring equipment.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Able to consistently produce quality components to specification.

Desirable: Aerospace/precision engineering experience, multi-spindle or multi-turret machines, OEE/FourJaw, CMM or Opticline experience.

  • engineering environment.

Please apply today for more information.

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