CNC Turner Programmer - Nights 
Ferndown
£21.00 to £22.00 per hour
 
We are recruiting for an experienced CNC Turner Programmer to join a well-established precision engineering manufacturer supplying the aerospace and defence sectors in Ferndown. This is a full-time, permanent night-shift role for a CNC Turner Programmer who enjoys full ownership of the turning process, from programming through to final inspection.
 
As the CNC Turner Programmer, you will work on Mazak CNC turning centres, producing high-precision, safety-critical components to exacting standards. The CNC Turner Programmer will be confident working independently, developing machining strategies, and maintaining consistent quality and efficiency in a regulated manufacturing environment.
 
Key Responsibilities

Program Mazak CNC lathes using Mazatrol, SmoothX, SmoothG, or ISO G-code
Develop machining strategies and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
Set and operate Mazak machines including Quick Turn, Nexus, Smooth, and Integrex
Install and measure tooling, set work and tool offsets, and safely prove programs
Run production, adjust offsets, and change inserts and tooling as required
Complete first-off and in-process inspection using precision measuring equipment
Record quality data and resolve machining issues such as chatter, taper, or finish
Carry out routine machine maintenance and maintain 5S standardsEssential Skills and Experience

Proven experience as a CNC Turner Programmer
Strong background programming and setting Mazak CNC turning centres
Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T
Methodical approach with strong attention to detail and quality
Comfortable managing the full turning process from program creation to inspectionDesirable Experience

Experience with Integrex machines or live tooling
CAM knowledge such as Mastercam
Lean manufacturing or 5S experience
Forklift or crane certification
Level 3 or Level 4 engineering qualification or completed apprenticeshipBenefits

£21.00 to £22.00 per hour
Permanent night-shift position
Stable workload within aerospace and defence manufacturing
Clean, structured, and quality-focused working environment
Opportunity to work on high-precision, safety-critical components 
If you're an experienced CNC Turner Programmer who wants to be part of a business that values precision, people, and progress, get in touch. Call Rio at Holt Engineering on (phone number removed).
 
Holt Engineering
We source skilled mechanical and electrical talent for engineering blue collar roles across the UK. This includes CNC machinists (turning, milling, sliding head, EDM and programming), toolmakers, manual grinders and deburrers. We also recruit welders and fabricators (TIG, MIG and coded), sheet metal workers and steel erectors. On the assembly and test side, we place mechanical fitters, maintenance, paint spraying, laminators, deck fitters, assembly technicians and electrical technicians, electronic technicians, wire persons, IPC technicians, solderers, PCB assemblers and test technicians, plus production operatives and warehouse and stores staff