CNC Turner – Setter / Programmer
Northants Precision Ltd – Kislingbury, Northamptonshire (NN7 4UF)
Due to continued growth and an increasing volume of work, Northants Precision Ltd is looking for an experienced CNC Turner at Setter / Programmer level to join our expanding team.
Established in 2018, Northants Precision has invested heavily in the latest CNC machinery, technology and inspection equipment. Based at our brand-new facility in Kislingbury, Northamptonshire, you will work in a clean, modern environment manufacturing high-precision components, predominantly for the Formula 1 and high-performance engineering sectors.
We are looking for someone with a strong background in precision subcontract machining. Experience within Formula 1, aerospace, medical or other highly regulated, quality-critical industries would be highly advantageous.
The Role
The successful candidate will be an experienced CNC Turner with strong Fanuc programming and setting skills, capable of producing high-quality, complex components to demanding customer specifications.
Experience with Haas and/or Citizen machinery would also be highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
- Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and job sheets accurately.
- Set and operate CNC turning machines, including probing systems, tooling and offsets.
- Understand and use Fanuc G-code programming.
- Edit and optimise existing CNC programs.
- Identify and resolve machining issues during production.
- Work with a variety of exotic, difficult-to-machine and heat-treated materials.
- Inspect components using a range of precision hand measuring equipment.
- Use inspection-room equipment and undertake additional training where required for more advanced inspection machinery.
- Identify potential defects and take corrective action before components reach NCR level.
- Maintain consistently high standards of quality and workmanship.
- Take ownership and pride in the components you produce.
- Work effectively as part of a close-knit and supportive team.
Essential Skills & Experience
The successful applicant will ideally have:
- Proven experience as a CNC Turner / Setter / Programmer.
- Strong experience with Fanuc-controlled CNC machines.
- The ability to set machines independently, including tooling, probing and offsets.
- The ability to edit and understand CNC programs.
- Excellent engineering drawing interpretation skills.
- Experience machining a range of materials, including exotic and heat-treated materials.
- A good understanding of component inspection and measurement.
- A methodical approach to identifying and resolving machining problems.
- A strong commitment to quality and attention to detail.
- A positive attitude and the ability to work effectively within a team.
Experience with Haas or Citizen machines would be a significant advantage.
What We Offer
- £19–£23 per hour, negotiable depending on experience and skill level.
- Overtime paid at the rate of time plus one third (normal rate + 1/3).
- 37.5hr working week with additional paid 30-minute break. (8hrs/day)
- Monday–Friday: 7:00am–3:00pm with option to start and leave early on Fridays
- 20 days’ annual holiday, increasing by one day per year up to 25 days, plus bank holidays.
- Paid day off for your birthday.
- Annual salary review.
- Company work uniform.
- Workplace pension.
- Private medical insurance after the qualifying period.
- Potential salary-sacrifice EV scheme, depending on skill level.
- Weekly Friday breakfast.
- Annual Christmas bonus.
- Plenty of overtime opportunities.
- A friendly, professional working environment where everyone is treated with respect and as an equal member of the team.
About Northants Precision
At Northants Precision, we pride ourselves on producing high-quality, precision-engineered components for some of the most demanding industries in the UK.
Our investment in modern machinery, technology and our people has enabled us to continue growing while maintaining the high standards our customers expect.
You will be joining a forward-thinking company where quality, precision and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.
Location & Facilities
Our modern facility is located in the Northamptonshire village of Kislingbury (NN7 4UF).
The site benefits from:
- Brand-new, modern manufacturing facilities.
- 24-hour monitored secure parking.
- Convenient access to local amenities.
- A clean and professional working environment.
How to Apply
This position is available immediately.
If you are an experienced CNC Turner with strong Fanuc setting and programming skills and are looking for an opportunity to join a growing, quality-focused precision engineering company, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Please send your CV to:
Please note: We are unable to provide relocation assistance. This position is therefore open only to applicants who are currently UK residents and have the legal right to work in the UK.
No agencies, please.
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