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CNC Sliding Head - Programmer, Setter

Job Posted: 3 days ago

Salary: £ 18 - 22 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Panshanger, Hertfordshire

Expire in: 24 days

Job Description

JRS Associates have partnered up with an exciting precision-engineering company in Welwyn Garden City to recruit 2 x Sliding Head Programmer/Setters, preferably with Star Sliding Head experience. One role is on Days and one is on Back Shift which includes a 20% shift allowance. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing manufacturer producing high-precision components to tight tolerances.

The Successful Sliding Head Programmer/Setter – Package:

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    £17.00 – £22.00 per hour (depending on experience)

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    Back Shift includes a 20% shift allowance

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    Permanent, long-term roles

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    Free on-site parking

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    25 days holiday + bank holidays

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    Workplace pension

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    Clean and modern machine shop

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    Supportive team with opportunities to develop

Days:

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    Monday – Thursday: 7:00am – 3:30pm

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    Friday: 7:00am – 2:00pm

Back Shift:

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    Monday – Wednesday: 1:30pm – 12:00am

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    Thursday: 1:30pm – 11:00pm

The Successful Sliding Head Programmer/Setter – Requirements:

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    Experienced Sliding Head Programmer/Setter with strong background in precision engineering

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    Preferably experienced with Star Sliding Head machines, but other brands (Citizen, Tornos, Tsugami) also considered

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    Confident programming from scratch, setting, tooling, and running small-to-medium batch work

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    Skilled with sliding head tooling, guide bush setups, sub-spindle operations, and tight tolerance work

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    Able to read and interpret technical engineering drawings

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    Strong understanding of quality checks using Verniers, Micrometers, Comparators, Pin Gauges, Height Gauges

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    Ability to troubleshoot, improve cycle times, and maintain machine performance

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    Reliable, methodical approach with excellent attention to detail

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    Able to work independently and support operators where required

Apply now! Shortlisted candidates will receive a call within 3 hours during working hours to discuss the role further

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