CNC Turner Programmer/Setter

Location: Leeds

Salary: £40,000–£45,000 (depending on experience and shift)

Shifts: Permanent Mornings or Permanent Back Shift (4-day week on back shift)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

We’re supporting a long-established precision engineering business in Leeds as they look to add an experienced CNC Turner Programmer/Setter to their team. This is a stable, well-equipped machine shop with modern CNC machines and a strong order book, offering long-term progression and a choice of shifts to suit your lifestyle.

The Role:

Programming, setting and operating CNC lathes (experience with Fanuc controls is required)

Producing high-precision components to tight tolerances

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings

Performing in-process inspection to maintain quality standards

Working collaboratively with production, engineering and quality teams

Maintaining a clean, safe and efficient work area

What We're Looking For:

Strong CNC turning background with programming and setting experience

Confidence working from technical drawings

A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

Ability to work independently and take ownership of your machine

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