CNC Turner

CNC Turner
Ferndown
£18.00 – £23.00 per hour
Day + Night shifts
 
We are recruiting for an experienced CNC Turner Programmer to join a well-established precision engineering business in Ferndown. This is a permanent opportunity suited to someone who enjoys combining hands-on machining with programming responsibility, working to tight tolerances in a quality-driven environment.
 
The Role
You will be responsible for programming, setting, and operating CNC lathes using FANUC controls, producing high-spec components within a skilled and supportive team.
 
Key responsibilities:

• Programming, setting, and operating CNC lathes using FANUC controls
• Working with live tooling and multi-axis lathes where required
• Producing components to detailed engineering drawings and specifications
• Inspecting and measuring components to ensure quality and accuracy
• Maintaining tight tolerances and high-quality standards
• Liaising with quality and production teams to support consistent output
• Identifying and contributing to process and efficiency improvements
• Maintaining a clean and organised work area in line with 5S standards

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a CNC Turner Programmer
• Strong working knowledge of FANUC-controlled CNC lathes
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings accurately
• Methodical approach with strong attention to detail
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience with multi-axis CNC turning
• Exposure to live tooling environments
• Previous experience within a precision engineering or aerospace environment

Shifts & Benefits

• Day and night shifts available
• Flexible working options
• Overtime available at enhanced rates
• Opportunity to work on complex, precision-engineered components
• Stable, long-term position within a supportive and quality-focused environment

If you’re an experienced CNC Turner Programmer who wants to be part of a business that values precision, people, and progress, get in touch. Call Rio at Holt Engineering on 07483025038.
 
Holt Engineering 
We source skilled mechanical and electrical talent for engineering blue collar roles across the UK. This includes CNC machinists (turning, milling, sliding head, EDM and programming), toolmakers, manual grinders and deburrers. We also recruit welders and fabricators (TIG, MIG and coded), sheet metal workers and steel erectors. On the assembly and test side, we place mechanical fitters, maintenance, paint spraying, laminators, deck fitters, assembly technicians and electrical technicians, electronic technicians, wire persons, IPC technicians, solderers, PCB assemblers and test technicians, plus production operatives and warehouse and stores staff.