CNC Turner - Fanuc Lathes

Posted 11 September 2025
Salary £14.00 - £16.00 per hour
LocationSheffield
Job type Temp - Perm
Discipline General Engineering & Manufacturing
Reference63765_1757599468

Job description

CNC Turner - Fanuc Lathe
Sheffield - S13
Days Monday to Friday
£14+ DOE

The Role:

We are looking for a skilled CNC Turner to join a small, close-knit engineering team of around seven machinists. You will primarily be working on Fanuc-controlled Alpha Lathes, performing CNC turning duties on a variety of products.

This is a permanent role with a 12-week agency trial period to ensure the right fit.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced machinist looking for stability and the chance to work in an "old-school" engineering environment where quality and teamwork are valued.

What's the Job?

  • Set up and operate Fanuc-controlled CNC lathe
  • Perform CNC turning on shafts, rollers, and other engineered components
  • Carry out machining duties on additional products, including abrasive products, cutters, and hexagon pattern holders
  • Conduct tool changes and basic machine maintenance
  • Use overhead cranes as/when required
  • Inspect finished products using basic measuring equipment to ensure quality standards

What Kind of Person Fits This Job?

  • Experience with CNC turning, ideally on Fanuc operating systems
  • Ability to set up and operate machines independently
  • Basic programming knowledge advantageous but not essential
  • Strong work ethic and punctuality; attention to detail and quality is essential
  • Comfortable working in a team environment with experienced colleagues

The Basics:

  • From £14ph+ DOE
  • Mon-Thurs 06:30-16:30, Fri 06:30-13:30
  • 12 weeks Temp to Perm

This is an ideal role for an experienced machinist looking for stability and the chance to work in an "old-school" engineering environment where quality and teamwork are valued.

Sound Like You?

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