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CNC Sliding Head Setter

Job Posted: 28 minutes ago

Salary: £ 32,000 - 37,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Birmingham

Expire in: a month

Job Description

CNC Sliding Head Setter / Programmer
Location: Birmingham
Pay Rate: £16 – £18 per hour (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

A well-established and forward-thinking precision engineering business is currently seeking an experienced CNC Sliding Head Setter / Programmer to join their modern and growing manufacturing facility. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist looking to further develop their career within a company that invests heavily in both its people and its technology.

You will be working on Fanuc control Star and Citizen sliding head lathes, producing high-quality precision components for the aerospace, defence, and other high-performance industries.

This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for programming, setting, and operating CNC sliding head machines, working from technical drawings, and using a range of gauging and inspection equipment to ensure components meet tight tolerances and strict quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Programming, setting, and operating CNC sliding head lathes 

Working on Star and Citizen machines with Fanuc controls 

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings accurately 

Using inspection and gauging equipment to ensure precision and quality 

Producing components to tight tolerances in line with customer requirements 

Supporting continuous improvement within the machining department 

Required Experience:

Proven experience as a CNC Sliding Head Setter / Programmer 

Experience working on Star and/or Citizen sliding head lathes 

Strong understanding of Fanuc control systems 

Ability to program, set, and operate independently 

Confident working from engineering drawings and using inspection tools 

What We Offer:

Competitive pay: £16 – £18 per hour (DOE) 

Opportunity to work with modern CNC machining technology 

Strong focus on quality systems and metrology 

Ongoing investment in training, people development, and long-term career growth 

Supportive, team-focused working environment within a growing business 

This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career within a precision engineering company that values attitude, reliability, and commitment alongside technical skill

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