CNC Turner
Thrive Personnel · Shipley, West Yorkshire
CNC Turner at Thrive Personnel, based in Shipley, West Yorkshire. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Shipley, West Yorkshire
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 1 week ago
- Closes
- 17 Nov 2026
- Sector
- CNC Machinist
Reference https://www.thrivepersonnel.com/job/cnc-turner/
About the role
Job description:
CNC Turner – Programmer / Setter / Operator
Location: Shipley, West Yorkshire
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-time
Industry: Precision Engineering / Manufacturing
Hours of work: Days (Monday -Thursday 7am-5pm with 45min dinner)
We are currently recruiting for an experienced CNC Turner – Programmer / Setter / Operator to join an established precision engineering business based in Shipley.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC Turner who can confidently program, set and operate CNC turning machinery, producing high-quality precision components to exacting standards.
The Role
You will be responsible for the complete CNC turning process, from programming and setting through to operating machinery and inspecting finished components.
Key responsibilities will include:
• Programming CNC turning machines
• Setting and operating CNC lathes
• Producing precision components from engineering drawings
• Selecting and setting appropriate tooling and work-holding
• Carrying out tool changes and setting offsets
• Reading and interpreting technical engineering drawings
• Working with a range of materials and component sizes
• Carrying out first-off and in-process inspection
• Using measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers and gauges
• Making programme, tooling and offset adjustments where required
• Working to tight engineering tolerances and specifications
• Maintaining quality and dimensional accuracy throughout production
• Working to production schedules and required targets
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment
The successful candidate will ideally have:
• Proven experience as a CNC Turner / Programmer Setter Operator
• Strong CNC turning experience within a precision engineering environment
• The ability to independently program, set and operate CNC turning machinery
• Good knowledge of CNC turning processes, tooling and cutting parameters
• The ability to read and understand engineering drawings
• Experience using precision measuring equipment
• A strong understanding of engineering tolerances
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Rate of Pay
£17.50 – £18.50 per hour
Job ID – CNC
Reference: https://www.thrivepersonnel.com/job/cnc-turner/ · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 17 Nov 2026 · Listed via Thrive Personnel
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