Job Description - CNC Sliding Head Setter

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: Monday to Thursday 07:00 – 16:00 Friday 07:00 – 12:00
Pay: Up to £16.50 per hour, dependent upon experience
Benefits: Workplace pension scheme, Onsite parking
Contract: Permanent

If you have the skills to fulfil the role of CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator, please APPLY TODAY
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed
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