Aerospace CNC machinist (Turning)

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Job Title: Aerospace CNC Turner
Sector: Aerospace, Manufacturing & Engineering
Salary: £37,570 (including shift premium)
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK
Contract: Permanent, Morning and Afternoon shift pattern

Are you an experienced CNC Turner seeking your next challenge in aerospace engineering?

Verus Recruitment Partners are delighted to be supporting a leading international aerospace and automotive manufacturer based in South Yorkshire in the search for a skilled CNC Turner. This full-time, permanent opportunity has arisen due to continued growth and new projects.
As a CNC Turner, you’ll be responsible for the setup and operation of one or more CNC turning machines, ensuring that components are manufactured to exact specifications, drawings, and quality requirements.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, supportive team, offering a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and excellent benefits—including healthcare.

About the Job:
Set up, load, run and operate CNC turning machines and supporting processes.
Ensure all tools, equipment, and PPE are used correctly and safely.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area.
Carry out inspections using CMM equipment and manual gauging tools. About You:
Qualified in CNC operation, either through an apprenticeship or industry experience.
Skilled in using measuring equipment such as Verniers, Gauges, and Micrometers.
Capable of interpreting SOPs, technical drawings, and specification documents.
Previous experience in a CNC role within the aerospace or similar engineering sector.
A proactive team player. What would make you stand out? (Desirable) :

CMM experience. What’s in It for You?
Starting salary of £37,570.64 (£19.53/hour) for 2 shifts.
Potential to move to a 3-shift pattern in the future, increasing salary to £39,073.47 (£20.31/hour).
Early finish every Friday.
185 hours of holiday per year, plus the option to buy or sell an additional 37 hours in March.
All bank holidays included.
Paid Christmas shutdown (an extra 3 days’ holiday).
Free hot drinks every Friday, courtesy of the company.
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, including up to two rounds of six counselling sessions annually.
YuLife app rewards for healthy habits, redeemable as vouchers at major retailers.
5% company pension contribution (with optional additional contributions).
24/7 GP access via the YuLife app.
Discounts on gym memberships, shopping, and more through Bravo Benefits.
Westfield Health Scheme.
Salary Sacrifice scheme for electric/hybrid vehicles.
Critical Illness Cover. For more information, please contact our Sheffield Team on (phone number removed).

Verus Recruitment Partners are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy and are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Keywords: CNC, CMM, Engineering, CNC Turner, CNC Turning, Turner, Aerospace, Lathe, Lathes, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, Doncaster, Worksop, Mansfield, Derby, Barnsley, Rotherham, Derbyshire, Yorkshire

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