Cnc Turner Setter Operator

Advertised by ABS Talent Ltd

Location
NE28, Wallsend, North Tyneside
Salary
£15 - £16 an hour Overtime at Time and a Half 1.5x
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Engineering
Posted
17 September 2026
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Job description

CNC Turner / Setter Operator – Doosan Puma (Newcastle)

Location: Wallsend, Tyne & Wear (NE28)
Job type: Permanent, full-time
Salary: £16.00 per hour (overtime at time and a half when available)
Hours: Monday–Thursday 7:30am–4:30pm, Friday 7:30am–12:30pm

The opportunity

ABS Talent is recruiting a CNC Turner (Setter/Operator) on behalf of a well-established drilling equipment manufacturer in the Newcastle area. With over 20 years in the industry and a reputation as one of the UK's leading drilling equipment suppliers, our client manufactures high-quality casings, subs and drilling tools — and is continuing to invest in and expand its workshops.

This is a great opportunity for a capable CNC turner to join a busy, growing manufacturing team, with an early finish every Friday.

The role

  • Setting and operating CNC turning machines — Doosan Puma
  • Producing precision-machined components (casings, subs and drilling tools)
  • Working to engineering drawings and required tolerances
  • Carrying out quality checks on machined components
  • Maintaining a safe, clean and organised work area

About you

  • Proven experience as a CNC Turner / Setter / Operator
  • Experience on Doosan (or similar) CNC lathes
  • Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Quality-focused with good attention to detail
  • Reliable, motivated and a good team player

What's on offer

  • Permanent position with an established, growing manufacturer
  • £16.00 per hour, plus overtime at time and a half
  • Monday–Thursday days with an early finish every Friday (12:30pm)
  • The chance to join a skilled, dedicated team in a well-equipped workshop

Interested? Apply with your CV and I'll be in touch to discuss the role in more detail. All enquiries handled in confidence.

Reference 225621308

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