CNC Turner - Nights
| Company: | Workforce Recruitment and Training |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,000 to £49,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | BH21 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 5 Nov 2026 |
Summary
CNC Turner Setter Operator – Night Shift
Location: Ferndown
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Thursday, 8:30pm–7:00am
Pay: £22.50–£23.50 per hour
Employment: Full-Time / Permanent
The Role
A well-established engineering business specialising in the manufacture of precision components for the Aerospace and Defence sectors is looking for an experienced CNC Setter Operator to join their night shift team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for setting and operating Mazak CNC turning machines, producing high-quality components to engineering drawings and specifications.
Key Responsibilities
• Set and operate Mazak CNC turning centres.
• Set tooling, workholding, offsets and machine parameters.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Run production efficiently while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Carry out first-off and in-process inspection.
• Monitor tool wear and make offset adjustments where required.
• Make minor programme edits when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Follow quality, health & safety and 5S procedures.
Skills & Experience
• Previous experience setting and operating CNC turning machines.
• Experience with Mazak machines and controls is advantageous.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances.
• Good understanding of turning processes, tooling and inspection equipment.
• CNC programming experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Mazak programming course provided.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Package
• 5 weeks holiday + bank
• DIS 2x Salary
• Pension
• Mazak programming training provided
• Opportunity to develop programming skills and progress within the business
What next?
Do you have the experience? The company welcome a site visit to ensure you are happy with the role, the environment, and the people you will work with!
If you would like to speak to someone regarding being booked on a site visit then please contact Tom Edney 07823 402 034 for more information or send an email to tedney@wftech.co.uk
Immediate starts are available!
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 will have an in-depth understanding of your skills and offer 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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