CNC Turner Setter / Operator

CNC Turner Setter / Operator

Location: Thetford | Hours: 36 hours per week, Friday to Sunday | Salary: £40,000 per annum

Service Service is recruiting for an experienced CNC Turner Setter / Operator to join a manufacturing business in Thetford. This role supports a weekend day shift, working Friday to Sunday, and involves setting and operating CNC turning centres to produce precision components to specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC turning machines, including tooling, offsets, and work holding
• Prove out jobs safely and ensure parts meet drawing specifications
• Work with CNC controls such as Fanuc, Siemens, or Mitsubishi (DMG MORI)
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and basic GD&T
• Carry out first‑off and in‑process inspection using measuring equipment
• Identify and resolve basic machining or quality issues
• Maintain safe working practices and a clean, organised workspace

About You

• Proven experience as a CNC Setter / Operator in Turning within a production environment
• Strong understanding of CNC turning processes and multi‑axis machining
• Confident using inspection equipment such as verniers and micrometres
• Able to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety

Desirable

• Experience with DMG MORI, Citizen, or Fanuc‑based machines
• Ability to make minor program edits at the machine
• Familiarity with SOPs, control plans, or basic SPC
• Experience machining a range of materials including steel, aluminium, and stainless steel

What’s on Offer

• Weekend shift pattern: Friday to Sunday 12‑hour shifts
• £16 per hour Friday, £24 per hour Saturday & Sunday, equivalent to £40,000 per annum
• Opportunity to join a stable and well‑equipped manufacturing environment

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