CNC Fixed Head Turner

🔒 Confidential Employer

Posted 7 May 2026

LOCATION

Redditch

TYPE

Full-time

LEVEL

Mid-Senior level

SKILLS

CNC Turning Fixed Head Turning Doosan CNC Lathes Twin Spindle Operation Twin Turret Operation Engineering Drawing Reading Precision Measurement Quality Control

FULL DESCRIPTION

CNC Fixed Head Turner

Company: [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] | Location: Redditch, Worcestershire | Salary: £16-£17 (afternoons) or £19.20-£20.40 (nights) hourly | Job Type: Full-time, Permanent | Work Type: On-site | Experience Level: Mid-Senior level

Duties and Responsibilities

Set and operate fixed head CNC turning machines
Work confidently with twin spindle and twin turret configurations
Produce precision components to customer specifications
Carry out in process checks using appropriate measuring equipment
Read and interpret engineering drawings
Work to tight tolerances and agreed production times
Maintain tooling, offsets, and machine condition throughout the shift
Ensure a clean, safe, and well organised work area
Support quality control processes and continuous improvement

Skills and Attributes Required

Proven experience as a Fixed Head Turner
Strong setting and operating skills on Doosan CNC lathes
Experience with twin spindle and twin turret machines
Cobot experience (advantageous but not essential)
Ability to work to tight tolerances
Confident in reading and interpreting technical drawings
Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
Effective communication skills and a team focused approach
Adaptable, proactive and committed to meeting deadlines

Additional Information

Location: Redditch, Worcestershire

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday Afternoons (2 – 10pm) OR Monday to Thursday Nights (8pm – 6am)

Pay: £16 to £17 per hour on afternoon shifts, £19.20 to £20.40 per hour on nights (including a 20% night shift allowance) – Rate dependent on experience

Benefits: Workplace pension scheme, free onsite parking