CNC Lathe Setter Operator | CNC Setter | CNC Machinist | CNC Turner
Portsmouth | Competitive Salary + Shift Allowance + Benefits | Full-Time | | Rotating Shifts
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie is currently recruiting for an experienced
CNC Lathe Setter Operator to join a leading global manufacturer within the
Life Sciences sector based in Portsmouth.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering team where you will play a key role in setting, proving out and operating CNC/NC lathe machinery, producing precision components to exact specifications.
What We Offer
- Shift allowance where applicable.
- Company benefits package.
- Opportunity to work within a global organisation supporting the Life Sciences sector.
- Modern manufacturing environment.
Working Hours
- 37.5 hours per week.
- Week 1: 6am-2pm.
- Week 2: 2pm-10pm.
Key Duties
- Set and operate CNC/NC lathe machinery.
- Prove out new and existing CNC programmes.
- Programme and set machines using Fanuc or similar controls.
- Manufacture precision components to engineering specifications.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Carry out self-inspection using measuring equipment.
- Record production activities accurately within internal scheduling systems.
- Report production issues to Team Leaders.
- Maintain high housekeeping standards through daily 5S activities.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across the machine shop.
Requirements
- Previous experience setting and operating CNC/NC lathes.
- Ability to prove out new CNC programmes.
- Strong knowledge of Fanuc or similar controls.
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
- Competence in self-inspection and quality checking using measuring equipment.
- Experience machining stainless steel components.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
- Flexible and proactive approach to work.
- Time-served apprenticeship or recognised engineering qualification.
- Experience working within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
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CNC/NC Lathe Operator in Portsmouth employer: Acorn Recruitment
Acorn by Synergie is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and supportive work culture in Newport, offering a range of benefits including a minimum of 33 days' holiday, birthday off, and a unique 'You Day'. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have access to training and career progression opportunities while enjoying the autonomy to manage your own client portfolio in a fast-paced recruitment environment. Join us to be part of a friendly team that values creativity, rewards hard work with an uncapped commission scheme, and regularly engages in staff events and competitions.
