CAREERS
As one of the largest independent fluid power specialists in the UK, we are focused on engineering excellence and innovation – and we offer exciting career opportunities for individuals eager to learn alongside an experienced team working with major global brands.
We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where the team is encouraged to unleash their creativity and drive impactful solutions for our customers.
Whether you’re an experienced engineer, skilled technician, or a recent graduate looking to kickstart your career, we’d be interested in hearing from you.
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“I love watching people develop into outstanding engineers with such dedication to developing our products. Many of them have been on this journey with me for over a decade.”
CNC Turner Programmer/Setter/Operator
Job type: Permanent, Full-time
Shift and schedule: Mon-Fri 07:30-16:00 + overtime, when available
Location: 21 Wainman Road, Woodston, Peterborough, PE2 7BU
About us
Phoenix has been supplying the world’s leading yacht builders, innovative electric vehicle (EV) OEMs, agricultural industries and other forward-facing sectors with the finest fluid power systems for over four decades. Due to an increase in demand, we are delighted to be recruiting for a permanent skilled CNC Turner Programmer who can join our progressive machine shop. The role offers an excellent opportunity to join a team that is experiencing a significant upward growth trajectory.
About the role
The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills and a proven history of setting and operating similar CNC machines, alongside a willingness to give support to the team.
We are looking for a candidate with a Turning bias that can add immediate value to the team via their experience. As a CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator within our team, you will be responsible for programming lathes using Fanuc + Siemens controls.
You will be manufacturing a wide variety of components ranging from low batch bespoke work to medium batch quantities for production.
Responsibilities:
- • Program, set up and operate CNC turning machines to produce precision parts according to specifications
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, and works orders to determine machining requirements
• Monitor machine operations and adjust as necessary to ensure quality and efficiency
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments to ensure conformance to specifications
• Perform routine maintenance on machines and equipment
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organised work area
Skills:
• Proficient in operating CNC turning machines
• Mill-turn experience is desirable
• Experience working on lathes with sub spindles would be beneficial
• Strong understanding of machining principles, tooling, and materials
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work orders
• Knowledge of programming languages such as G-code or M-code is a plus
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to perform accurate measurements using precision instruments
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot machine issues
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organisation.
***NO AGENCIES***
Pay: Competitive
Benefits:
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
Education:
• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Ability to Commute:
• Peterborough (required)
Ability to Relocate:
• Peterborough: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
