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CNC Turner & CNC Miller – Setter/Operator

ACS Staffing Solutions
Northampton · posted 18 August 2026
Salary
£36,400 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Category
Engineering
CNC Turner & CNC Miller – Setter/Operator Location: Northampton Job Type: Permanent Salary: £700 per week starting wage / £36,400 per annum Hours: 38 hours per week + overtime when available Pay: Weekly or monthly Probation: 3 months The Opportunity A well-established and busy Northampton engineering business is looking to strengthen its machining team with experienced, time-served CNC Turners and CNC Millers (Setter/Operators). These are permanent opportunities for skilled machinists who know their way around a machine, take pride in producing quality work and aren't afraid of a challenge. The successful candidates will be working on a varied range of engineering components and materials, including 316, 304, Duplex, Titanium, Hastelloy and other specialist materials. No two days are necessarily the same! What They’ll Be Doing Setting and operating CNC Turning or Milling machinery Programming using Fanuc controls Producing components to tight tolerances and high-quality standards Reading and interpreting 2D engineering drawings Working with a wide range of materials, including stainless steels and specialist alloys Carrying out their own inspections and quality checks Measuring components accurately and maintaining tight tolerances Making adjustments to ensure components meet specification Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environmentWhat They’re Looking For The ideal candidate will be an experienced, time-served CNC machinist with a strong background in either turning or milling. They’ll need: Proven CNC machining experience as a Turner or Miller Experience setting and operating CNC machinery Fanuc control experience The ability to program CNC machines Excellent ability to read and understand 2D engineering drawings – essential Experience working with materials such as 316, 304, Duplex, Titanium and Hastelloy Strong attention to detail and the ability to inspect their own work A quality-focused approach and pride in their workmanship The ability to work independently while also being part of a busy engineering teamHours The business operates a 38-hour working week, with overtime available when required. Candidates will work either: Monday–Thursday: 6:00am–2:30pm or 7:00am–3:30pm Friday: 6:00am–12:00pm That means early finishes on a Friday and a great work-life balance! What’s on Offer? £700 per week starting wage Permanent position Weekly or monthly pay options Overtime available 3-month probationary period Pension scheme Health scheme Stable employment with an established Northampton engineering business Varied and interesting machining work Opportunity to work with specialist materials and challenging componentsInterested? Please apply today to discuss further with Gabriella Saunders at ACS Staffing Solutions
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