CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator
A reputable and long‑established machining company in Redditch is seeking an experienced CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator to join their team. This permanent role offers competitive pay and overtime opportunities.
The successful candidate for the role of CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator will be responsible for setting and operating CNC sliding head machines, with a key requirement for twin‑turret, twin‑spindle experience. Programming experience is ideal but not essential — however, strong sliding‑head setting/operating experience is required.
Duties and responsibilities of CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator:
- Set and operate CNC sliding head machines
- Work confidently with twin‑turret, twin‑spindle configurations – essential
- Carry out basic programming where required (full programming advantageous but not essential)
- Focus on production of high-quality components
- Maintain tooling, offsets, and machine condition throughout the shift
- Occasional simple repeat change overs
- Using measuring gauges
- To produce components within the agreed standard time
- Ability to read and interpret drawings
- Working to tight tolerances and in process measurements
- High precision tolerance works as well as volume
- Quality control, working to customer specification
Skills/attributes required by successful candidate for the role of CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator:
- Previous experience setting and operating CNC sliding head machines
- Twin‑turret, twin‑spindle experience – essential
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication skills and a team focused approach
- Team player, with pride in one’s work and a desire for success
- Be adaptable and willing to go the extra mile to meet tight deadlines
Location: Redditch, Worcestershire
Hours of Work: Afternoon shift OR Day shifts with early Friday finish
Monday to Friday Afternoons (2 – 10pm) OR Monday to Friday Days (6am – 2pm or 8am – 4pm, Friday 12:30pm finish)
Pay: Up to £16.50 per hour, dependent upon experience
Benefits: Workplace pension scheme, Onsite parking, Flexible working hours on Days
Contract: Permanent
If you have the skills to fulfil the role of CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator, please APPLY TODAY!