CNC Turner​/Programmer

CNC Turner / Programmer - 2 Axis (Late Shift) | Permanent

Location:

Leighton Buzzard

Shift: Late Shift (Monday-Thursday)

Employment Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Start Date:

Immediate start available

Salary
- £37,000 - £41,000 per annum (flat rate) depending on experience
- Late shift premium paid at time + one third
- Total earnings: £49,321 - £54,653 per annum (including shift premium)

About the Role:

Are you an experienced CNC Turner / Programmer looking to join a well-established and respected local manufacturing business?

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC professional with a passion for precision engineering, tight tolerances, and high-quality workmanship. You'll be working on low-volume, high-quality components for demanding sectors including Aerospace, Oil & Gas, and Defence, within a company known for long-term stability and strong staff retention.

Due to continued growth, we are expanding our engineering team and are looking for an experienced 2-axis CNC Turner / Programmer who can hit the ground running.

Key Responsibilities
- Program, set, and operate 2-axis CNC turning machines
- Write new CNC programs long-hand at the machine with minimal supervision
- Edit and optimise existing CNC programs
- Complete full machine setup, including tooling, materials, speeds, and feeds
- Produce one-off and low to medium volume precision components
- Work with a range of hard and soft metals
- Carry out in-process inspection using precision measuring equipment
- Work to tight tolerances, surface finishes, and engineering standards
- Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings
- Operate on a wide range of component sizes, from Ø25mm x 100mm up to Ø300mm x 3m

Experience & Skills Required
- Time-served experience programming, setting, and operating 2-axis CNC turning machines
- Strong ability to write CNC programs manually at the machine

- Experience with Fanuc controls and Manual Guide i (advantageous)
- Strong understanding of G-code programming (advantageous)
- Excellent knowledge of cutting speeds, feeds, and geometric tolerances
- Confident working independently in a machine shop environment
- Quality-focused, hands-on, and self-motivated approach
- Proven background within a manufacturing or precision engineering environment

Shift Pattern (Late Shift)
Monday - Wednesday: 4:30pm - 3:30am
Thursday: 4:30pm - 1:00am

Package & Benefits
- Competitive salary with enhanced late shift premium
- Permanent, secure position with long-term career prospects
- 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays
- Additional bonus holiday over the Christmas shutdown period
- Government Pension Scheme

Company Profile
The business has built a strong reputation for honesty, flexibility, communication, and continuous investment in both people and technology. With a focus on quality and long-term relationships, the company offers a stable and supportive working environment.

How to Apply

If you'd be interested to find out more please contact Max Fairclough at Shorterm Group or hit apply and we will be in touch