CNC Turner

Job description

TeamJobs are seeking experienced and skilled CNC Turner Operative to join our client's team in Yeovil. The successful candidates will be responsible for CNC turning of aerospace components in strict accordance with manufacturing instructions, specifications, and regulatory requirements.

About the Role

We have the following shifts available:

• CNC Turner (Weekend Working)
• Shift will be 12 hours per day, 7:00 to 19:00 on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
• Pay Rate: £18.99 p/h - £19.54 p/h

• CNC Turner (Swing Shift)
• Pay Rate: £18.99 p/h - £19.54 p/h
• Week 1 - Monday to Thursday (07:00 to 15:30) & Friday (07:00 to 13:00)
• Week 2 - Monday to Thursday (15:30 to 00:00)

• CNC Turner - Permanent Night Shift
• Pay Rate: £18.99 p/h, rising to £28.49 p/h once you have moved to the night shift.
• Night Shift: Mon - Fri, 00:00 - 07:00 (6.5 hrs)

***To begin with you will be working on a Day shift for the first month whilst you're training and you will then move to the night shift

Training Hours : Monday to Friday 7am until 3.30pm

Responsibilities

• Centre Lathe Turning will entail manufacturing of parts from start to finish, to Aerospace Specifications (this will entail setting and running of bespoke work on 2 Axis Lathes).
• OCQ – Operator Control of Quality (i.e. Stamping to confirm quality of assemblies are to company and Customer standards).
• To achieve on time delivery by ensuring work is completed on time and to the required standard.
• Interpreting engineering drawings, following the process layout and documentation procedures.
• Working effectively in a lean environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering apprenticeship (desirable but not essential)
• Previous experience with Mazatrol/ Mazak (desirable but not essential)
• Proven knowledge of machining, specifically CNC and Manual Turning or relative machining experience.
• Proficiency in the use of precision hand measuring instruments such as Vernier calipers, micrometers, thread, and plug gauges
• Commitment to maintaining high health and safety standards
• Experience working within a customer-focused manufacturing environment
• Working with Designers and Engineers

Required Skills

• Understanding of aerospace manufacturing practices and safety-critical work requirements
• Competency in PC use and company operating systems
• Ability to work effectively in a team, demonstrate flexibility, and use initiative
• Commitment to continuous improvement and adherence to company processes and procedures.
• Security clearance is required for this role. Full BPSS* Screening (*Baseline Personnel Security Standard), including proof of Legal Right to Work, Criminal Records Check, i.e. UK DBS and Drugs Screening.

Security clearance is required for this role.

Full BPSS* Screening (*Baseline Personnel Security Standard), including proof of Legal Right to Work, Criminal Records Check, i.e. UK DBS and Drugs Screening.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Somerset

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-02-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English