CNC Turner / Programmer

Airport Placements; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced CNC Turner/Programmer to join a busy engineering team in Barnsley. In this role, you will program, set up, and operate CNC turning centres with FANUC control to produce high-quality components. The right candidate will have proven skills in CNC turning, be able to interpret engineering drawings, and maintain quality standards. You will gain access to competitive pay, training opportunities, and standard benefits within a focused production environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid overtime

Training and development opportunities

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CNC turning of complex, precision engineered components.
• Fully skilled to program, set and operate CNC turning centres with FANUC control.
• Confident working on medium to high volume batch production environments.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up and operate CNC turning centres to manufacture components.
• Run medium to high volume batch work efficiently while maintaining quality.
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings and specifications.

Skills

CNC turning of complex components

Programming CNC turning centres with FANUC control

Interpreting engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Job description

CNC Turner/Programmer

Job Reference: RT CNCT

Engineering Barnsley, South Yorkshire

£18 - £20 per hour | Permanent

We are recruiting an experienced CNC Turner/Programmer to join a busy precision engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist who can produce complex, high-quality components and take ownership of programming, setting and operating CNC turning centres with FANUC control and driven tools.

Key responsibilities

• Program, set up and operate CNC turning centres (FANUC control) with driven tools to manufacture complex precision engineered components.
• Run medium to high volume batch work efficiently while maintaining tight tolerances and consistent quality.
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings and specifications, ensuring parts meet required standards and inspection criteria.
• Carry out first-offs, tool selection, cycle time optimisation and in-process adjustments.
• Perform routine machine maintenance, housekeeping and adhere to health & safety procedures.
• Work closely with production planning, quality and engineering teams to meet delivery targets and continuous improvement objectives.

Essential skills and experience

• Proven experience in CNC turning of complex, precision engineered components.
• Fully skilled to program, set and operate CNC turning centres with FANUC control, including use of driven tools.
• Confident working on medium to high volume batch production environments.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T where required.
• Good understanding of tooling, cutting speeds/feed rates and inspection techniques.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills and a commitment to quality.

Desirable

• Experience with CAM software and part programming on-shop.
• Basic inspection equipment use (micrometers, calipers, CMM exposure advantageous).
• Previous experience in a continuous improvement/lean environment.

What's on offer

• Competitive salary (depending on experience), paid overtime where applicable.
• Training and development opportunities to progress skills and responsibilities.
• Pension scheme, holiday entitlement and other standard benefits.
• Stable, fast-paced production environment with a focus on precision and quality.

To apply

Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter quoting "CNC Turner/Programmer".

Contact us

• Email: [e-mail]
• Call: 01233 722 401