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CNC Turner
CNC Turner Salary £15 - 17 per hour
Dudley
Permanent | Full-Time | Alternating Shift

The Company

A long-established engineering business based in the West Midlands, specialising in high-integrity components for demanding industries such as defence, energy, and infrastructure. The company operates a well-equipped machine shop and is known for producing precision-engineered, large-scale components to extremely tight tolerances.

CNC Turner Role & Responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced CNC Turner to join a specialist machine shop focused on heavy engineering. The successful applicant will be responsible for programming, setting, and operating turning machines to machine components up to 20 metres in length.

As a CNC Turner, your duties will include:

Reading and interpreting complex 2D engineering drawings
Planning machining operations, including tooling, setup, and processes
Turning large components to tight tolerances (±0.05mm)
Programming using Siemens controls (basic programming required)
Operating conventional and CNC turning machines (horizontal and/or vertical)
Performing routine maintenance tasks including swarf removal, oiling, and greasing
Deburring and preparing components for inspection and delivery
Operating overhead pendant cranes to handle large components (training provided)
Inspecting components at all stages of the process to ensure quality standards
Recording daily bookings and maintaining accurate job tracking
Keeping the machine shop clean, safe, and well-organised
Supporting and supervising trainees and apprentices where requiredCNC Turner Requirements

To be successful as a CNC Turner, you’ll need:

Proven experience with conventional and CNC turning
Ability to machine very large components to fine tolerances
Experience using Siemens control systems (programming knowledge beneficial)
Strong ability to read and follow technical engineering drawings
Confidence working in a heavy engineering environment
Flexibility to support other areas of the shop floor when needed
A methodical and safety-conscious approach to machining
Willingness to train or mentor apprentices as part of team dutiesCompany Benefits

Overtime available at enhanced rates
Large and well-maintained machine shop with modern equipment
Long-term stability within a respected West Midlands manufacturer
Opportunities to upskill or mentor junior engineers
Free on-site parking 
How to Apply for the CNC Turner Position
Apply now or for more information on the CNC Turner role, call or message Hayden at Holt Engineering on (phone number removed)