Job Description:

📍 Poole, Dorset

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator to join a busy and growing machine shop in Poole. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a precision engineering environment and takes pride in producing high-quality components to tight tolerances.

You will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC lathes, ensuring components are manufactured efficiently, accurately and to the highest quality standards.

Working as part of a skilled manufacturing team, your responsibilities will include:

• Programming, setting and operating CNC lathes.
• Producing precision-engineered components from technical drawings and specifications.
• Optimising programs to improve efficiency and cycle times.
• Selecting and setting tooling and work-holding equipment.
• Monitoring machining processes and making adjustments where required.
• Carrying out first-off and in-process inspections using measuring equipment, including micrometers, verniers and gauges.
• Ensuring all components meet quality standards and specified tolerances.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Following all company health and safety procedures.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience as a CNC Programmer, Setter and Operator.
• Strong CNC turning experience.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience working to close tolerances and quality standards.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good problem-solving abilities.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Experience with Sliding Head CNC machines (Citizen, Tornos or similar) would be highly advantageous, although candidates with strong CNC turning backgrounds will also be considered.

Monday to Thursday

• 07:00 - 16:00
• 30-minute unpaid lunch break
• Two paid 10-minute tea breaks

Friday

• 07:00 - 12:00
• One paid tea break

Total paid hours: 39 hours per week

• £18.00 - £21.00 per hour, depending on experience and skillset.
• Approximate annual earnings:
  • £36,504 per annum based on £18.00 per hour
  • £42,588 per annum based on £21.00 per hour
• Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate when available (not guaranteed).
• Full-time permanent position.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Candidates with proven experience programming, setting and operating Sliding Head CNC machines may be considered for a salary above the advertised range, depending on their level of experience, expertise and overall suitability for the role.

If you are an experienced CNC professional looking for your next opportunity within a well-established manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you.