CNC Sliding Head Programmer

Winner Recruitment Careers; Dudley; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled CNC Sliding Head Programmer to join a precision engineering team in Dudley, England. The successful candidate will create and optimise CNC programs, set and operate sliding head lathes, and ensure the production of high-quality components. Ideal candidates should possess a strong technical background, attention to detail, and solid problem-solving skills. A full-time position with a competitive salary of £39,864.00 is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience programming and operating CNC sliding head lathes.
• Ability to work to tight tolerances.
• Strong technical expertise in precision engineering.

Responsibilities

• Create and optimise CNC programs for sliding head machines.
• Set and operate sliding head lathes per engineering drawings.
• Select appropriate tooling and cutting parameters.

Skills

Programming CNC machines

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Tools

CNC sliding head lathes

Star

Citizen

Tsugami

Job description

Job Title : CNC Sliding Head Programmer

Location : Dudley, DY1

Employment Type : Full-time

Salary : £39,864.00

Reports To : Production Manager / Engineering Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled CNC Sliding Head Programmer to join our precision engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for programming, setting, and operating CNC sliding head lathes to produce high-quality components to tight tolerances. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and optimise CNC programs for sliding head machines (e.g., Star, Citizen, Tsugami).
• Set and operate sliding head lathes to produce components according to engineering drawings.
• Select appropriate tooling, cutting speeds, and feeds to maximise efficiency and quality.
• Conduct first-off…