CNC Turner - Setter Operator
CV-LibraryLE3, Leicester Forest East, LeicestershirepermanentPosted: 1 September 2026
Apply NowJRS 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:
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Salary: £53,564.16 per annum (inclusive of shift allowance)
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Shift Pattern: 46.4 hours per week
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Monday to Thursday
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18:00 – 06:00
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Permanent, full-time
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Stability: Excellent long-term career security within a global aerospace precision engineering group
The Successful CNC Turner – Setter / Operator – Requirements:
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Minimum 5 years’ experience in aerospace or automotive precision machining
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Apprentice trained or equivalent hands-on engineering background
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Confident setting and operating CNC turning centres, specifically Mazak lathes
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Strong understanding of datum setting, tooling offsets, and cutting parameters
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Ability to read, edit, and control CNC programs in line with company procedures
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Experienced working to tight tolerances and producing right-first-time components
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Competent using inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges, CMMs, and shadow graphs
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High attention to detail with a strong commitment to quality and accuracy
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Positive, team-focused attitude with the ability to work to structured production plans
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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
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