Turner

Location: Ely (CB7)
Duration: Permanent
Hours: Flexible working - 37.5 hours over a 4 or 5 day week
Salary: Up to £17.95 per hour / circa £35,000 pa
Job Reference: 35553

Polytec are seeking a skilled Turner with experience in programming, setting and operating 4 Star Sliding Head machines. The successful candidate will be responsible for machining a wide variety of components from challenging materials to tight tolerances, ensuring parts are finished to specification. This role requires a strong ability to produce first-run prototypes, manage quick-turnaround small batch quantities and oversee unmanned/lights-out machining.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate 4 Star Sliding Head machines (SR20, SV20, SR32J, SR20JII type B).
  
• Produce high-quality components to meet tight tolerances and specifications.
  
• Perform quick-turnaround setups and runs on small batch quantities.
  
• Develop and produce first-run prototypes with precision.
  
• Oversee and manage unmanned/lights-out machining operations.
  
• Read and interpret complex technical drawings with attention to detail.
  
• Ensure all quality checks and outputs align with drawing specifications.
  
• Continuously monitor machines to optimize production outputs.
  
• Actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in machining processes.
  
  Key Qualifications and Skills
  
  
• Proven experience with 4 Star Sliding Head machines (programming, setting, and operating).
  
• Ability to machine components from a variety of materials, including difficult ones.
  
• Strong ability to interpret and work from complex engineering drawings.
  
• Experience with unmanned or lights-out machining operations.
  
• Familiarity with prototyping and rapid development workflows.
  
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  
• Effective problem-solving skills and ability to work well within a team.
  
  Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below