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Location: Hemel Hempstead
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Sector: Aerospace Engineering

Salary: £16.50 (£34,320) + Overtime (1.3)

The Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced CNC Turner Operator to join our clients high performing Turning Team. You’ll work on small to medium batch production with medium to high complexity, ensuring safety, quality, and delivery are always prioritised. You’ll be hands-on with CNC lathes, working alongside Milling and Quality teams to exceed customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate CNC turning machines and other equipment within the Turning Department

  • Work to tight tolerances of ±0.001” (0.025mm) and occasionally ±0.0005” (0.0125mm)

  • Collaborate on NPI (New Product Introduction) and repeat projects, developing robust manufacturing methods

  • Record accurate job timings using Javelin ERP system

  • Maintain high housekeeping standards through 6S principles

  • Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives

  • Set two-axis CNC lathes and troubleshoot when setting

  • Understand and interpret CNC programs (Fanuc controls)

    What We’re Looking For:

  • Aerospace experience or high-precision engineering background essential

  • Competent in operating CNC lathes (Fanuc-controlled Takisawa; CMZ experience desirable)

  • Familiarity with materials such as Stainless Steel, Titanium, Inconel, Aluminium, and Nylon

  • Apprentice trained or qualified by experience

  • Confident to operate unsupervised with strong problem-solving skills

  • Previous experience in motorsport, oil & gas, or aerospace preferred

    Rewards & Benefits:

  • 39.5 hours per week (Mon–Thurs 8:00–16:30, Fri 8:00–16:00)

  • Paid overtime at 1.3x rate

  • Discretionary site bonus scheme & pay reviews

  • Financial wellbeing support, including 1-to-1 coaching and pension advice

  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme

  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (including Christmas shutdown)

  • Onsite parking, life assurance & access to WeCare 24/7 GP and mental health support

    If you're a skilled CNC Turner looking to join a world-class aerospace manufacturer, we want to hear from you

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