CNC Turner

Annual Salary: £38,000 (£42,000 with shift allowance)
Location: North Shields
Job Type: Full-time / PermanentWe are currently looking for a CNC Turner to join our clients growing team. Reporting to the Tool Room Manager, you will be responsible for using CNC lathes to produce high-quality dies and machine parts, playing a crucial role in supporting our production areas.

Day to Day of the role:

Programming, setting, and operating Doosan 2100 & 2600 twin spindle lathes.
Manufacturing precision tooling for compression and injection moulding to high tolerances.
Engaging in continuous improvement activities within the tool room.
Managing the supply of consumables and maintaining inventory levels.
Interpreting engineering drawings and working independently to solve engineering problems.
Adapting to shifting priorities and maintaining flexibility to meet production timelines.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Proven experience as a CNC Turner or similar role within a tool room environment.
Proficiency in programming, setting, and operating CNC lathes, specifically Doosan 2100 & 2600.
Strong understanding of manufacturing tooling for compression and injection moulding processes.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings accurately.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work to high tolerances.
A proactive approach to continuous improvement and the ability to work under one's own initiative.

Benefits:

29 days holiday plus statutory days.
Westfield Health Cash Plan & Private Surgery Choices.
Employee Assistance Programme with Counselling Support.
Aviva Pension with company contributions up to 9%.
Free on-site parking.
Life Assurance x3 times salary (if a member of the pension scheme).

Shift Times:

37-hour working week (Mon-Fri).
2 x shift rotation (Early & Lates).
Early Shift: 06:05-14:35 (Mon-Thurs), 06:05-11:05 (Fri).
Late Shift: 14:25-22:55 (Mon-Thurs), 10:55-15:55 (Fri)