CNC Turner (Various shifts)
Yeovil, Somerset
Maintenance and Engineering
Contract
GBP 23.02 per hour
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Posted Date
30/07/2026
Job Ref.
BBBH18610
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An established aerospace manufacturing organisation based in Yeovil is seeking a number of experienced CNC TURNERS on a contract basis.
Days, nights and weekends shifts are available!
Successful candidates will be responsible for the CNC Turning of aerospace components in line with manufacturing instructions, engineering specifications, and customer/regulatory requirements.
DAY shift:
Mon-Fri. Week 1: 7am-3:30pm. Week 2: 3:30pm-midnight.
Pay: £23.02 per hour (Skilled Worker) OR £23.69 per hour (indentured Skilled Worker)
NIGHT shift:
After one month training period on day shift (£19.51-£20.08/hr):
Sun 10pm-7am. Mon-Thurs nights Midnight – 7am
£29.27 per hour (Skilled Worker) OR £30.12 per hour (indentured Skilled Worker)
WEEKEND shift:
Fri, Sat & Sun. 7am-7pm.
Friday pay: £19.51 per hour (Skilled Worker) OR £20.08 per hour (indentured Skilled Worker)
Sat & Sun pay: £26.92 per hour (Skilled Worker) OR £27.71 per hour (indentured Skilled Worker)
All pay rates attract holiday pay in addition (An extra 12.07% per hour).
** We can only accept UK or NATO passport holders due to the nature of the work.
Please DO NOT apply if you do not hold a UK or NATO passport.
Main responsibilities:
- Centre lathe turning – manufacturing parts from start to finish to aerospace specifications
- Setting and running bespoke work on 2-axis CNC lathes
- Controlling quality, including stamping to confirm quality standards
- Ensuring on-time delivery by completing work to the required quality and schedule
- Interpreting engineering drawings and following documented processes
- Working effectively within a lean manufacturing environment
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Engineering Apprenticeship (desirable but not essential)
- Previous experience with Mazatrol/Mazak controls preferred
- Strong knowledge of CNC & Manual Turning
- Confident using hand measuring equipment (Vernier, Micrometer, Thread & Plug Gauges)
- Experience working to company processes and procedures
- Ability to work in a customer-focused environment and achieve targets
- Comfortable collaborating with Designers and Engineers
- Understanding of aerospace manufacturing practices and safety-critical work
- PC literate
- Strong attention to Health & Safety at all times
- Team player with flexibility and initiative
- Commitment to continuous improvement
Vetting will include a right to work check, drug screen, full 5 years’ referencing and a DBS check.
If you are interested in applying for this position, and you meet the above requirements, please apply immediately.
Due to the number of applications we receive, it’s not always possible to contact unsuccessful applicants. Unless you hear from us within 14 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
