CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator – Fanuc (Sliding Head)

Tap Zenn; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Tap Zenn in Birmingham is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer, Setter and Operator to join a precision engineering team. You will program, set and operate CNC sliding head machines, read engineering drawings and select tooling to manufacture precision components across several industries.

The role offers a stable, full-time position with days-based hours (Mon-Thu 7am–4pm, Fri 7am–12pm) and on-site training in a modern facility. Overtime opportunities and development prospects are available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a CNC Programmer, Setter and Operator.
• Experience within CNC turning.
• Sliding head machine experience, preferably.
• Fanuc control experience.
• The ability to programme, set and operate CNC machinery.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of tooling, offsets and precision machining.
• A positive attitude and willingness to develop your skills.
• Candidates with strong CNC setting and operating experience who are looking to develop their programming skills may also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Online programming of CNC sliding head machines.
• Setting and operating CNC sliding head machinery.
• Selecting and changing tooling and setting machine offsets.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Manufacturing a varied range of precision components.
• Working with different materials across industries.
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure specifications are met.
• Maintaining high standards of quality and production efficiency.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC turning

CNC setting

Reading drawings

Tooling knowledge

Offsets

Precision machining

Positive attitude

Programming development

Tools

Fanuc controls

Job description

Location: Birmingham, B11

Salary: £15–£18 per hour, depending on experience

Hours: Monday–Thursday 7am–4pm, Friday 7am–12pm

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced CNC Programmer, Setter and Operator looking for your next opportunity with an established and growing precision engineering business?

We are recruiting for a well-established, family-run manufacturing company based in Birmingham, specialising in the production of high-quality precision-engineered components.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive business offering modern machinery, varied engineering projects, good working conditions and opportunities to develop your technical skills.

About the Company

Our client is an established precision engineering business operating from a modern, refurbished 30,000 sq ft manufacturing facility in Birmingham.

They specialise in manufacturing precision-turned metal components for a wide range of industries and sectors, using advanced CNC machinery, including sliding head and fixed head machines.

Working with a variety of materials, including stainless steel, aluminium, brass, steel and plastics, the business produces a diverse range of components to meet specific customer requirements.

As a family-run business, they pride themselves on providing a stable working environment, supporting their employees and investing in training and development.

The Role

As a CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator, you will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC sliding head machines.

Your duties will include:

• Online programming of CNC sliding head machines.
• Working with Fanuc control systems.
• Setting and operating CNC sliding head machinery.
• Selecting and changing tooling and setting machine offsets.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Manufacturing a varied range of precision components.
• Working with different materials across various industries.
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure components meet required specifications.
• Maintaining high standards of quality and production efficiency.

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally have:

• Previous experience as a CNC Programmer, Setter and Operator.
• Experience within CNC turning.
• Sliding head machine experience, preferably.
• Fanuc control experience.
• The ability to programme, set and operate CNC machinery.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of tooling, offsets and precision machining.
• A positive attitude and willingness to develop your skills.
• Candidates with strong CNC setting and operating experience who are looking to develop their programming skills may also be considered.

What's on Offer?

• £17–£19 per hour, depending on experience.
• Permanent, stable employment.
• Days-based working hours.
• Early finish every Friday at 12pm.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Modern manufacturing facilities.
• Varied and interesting engineering work.
• On-the-job training and development opportunities.
• Supportive, family-run working environment.

Working Hours

• Monday–Thursday: 7am–4pm.
• Friday: 7am–12pm.

Interested?

If you're an experienced CNC Programmer, Setter or Operator looking for a new challenge within a progressive precision engineering business, we'd love to hear from you.