CNC Turner - Setter Operator

Job Description:

JRS Associates have partnered up with an exciting aerospace precision engineering company in Leicester to offer a fantastic opportunity for an experienced CNC Turner – Setter / Operator to join their night shift team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded precision manufacturer supplying complex, tight-tolerance components to the aerospace and defence sectors, operating within a clean, well-invested machining environment.

The Successful CNC Turner – Setter / Operator – Package:

• Salary: £53,564.16 per annum (inclusive of shift allowance)

• Shift Pattern: 46.4 hours per week

  • Monday to Thursday

  • 18:00 – 06:00

• Permanent, full-time

• Stability: Excellent long-term career security within a global aerospace precision engineering group

The Successful CNC Turner – Setter / Operator – Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in aerospace or automotive precision machining

• Apprentice trained or equivalent hands-on engineering background

• Confident setting and operating CNC turning centres, specifically Mazak lathes

• Strong understanding of datum setting, tooling offsets, and cutting parameters

• Ability to read, edit, and control CNC programs in line with company procedures

• Experienced working to tight tolerances and producing right-first-time components

• Competent using inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges, CMMs, and shadow graphs

• High attention to detail with a strong commitment to quality and accuracy

• Positive, team-focused attitude with the ability to work to structured production plans

• Experience carrying out TPM / basic machine maintenance is desirable

If you’re a skilled CNC Turner – Setter / Operator looking to join a world-class aerospace manufacturer offering long-term stability, strong earnings, and consistent night shifts, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Apply now! Shortlisted candidates will receive a call within 3 hours during working hours to discuss the role further.