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CNC Turner – Programmer/Setter/Operator
| Dartford | Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm (flexible hours available) |
| Permanent | Overtime Available | Competitive Pay |
Join a long-established precision engineering company with over 40 years of expertise delivering critical components to the aerospace, defence, marine, and nuclear sectors.
With investment in high-spec Mori-Seiki NLX Lathes, my client are geared to handle both low- and high-volume production of complex mill-turned parts — and they're looking for a skilled CNC Turner to join our growing team.
The Role


  • CNC Turning with driven tooling (X, Z, Y axes), Programming, setting and operating Mori Seiki lathes

  • Online programming using MAPPS (CAPS/MAPPS experience ideal but not essential)

  • Producing high-precision, often bespoke components to engineering drawings

  • Selecting appropriate tooling and cutting strategies for various materials

What They're Looking For


  • Confident CNC Turner with proven experience programming and setting

  • Familiar with Y-axis driven tooling and complex part geometries

  • Able to interpret technical drawings and apply sound machining principles

🎯 Why Join Us?


  • Monday–Friday daytime hours (8am–4pm, flexible starts)

  • Regular overtime available

  • 30 days holiday (including public holidays)

  • Company pension scheme

  • Onsite parking and free refreshments

If you're a skilled CNC Turner looking for a stable, long-term position with varied and challenging work — this could be your next move

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