CNC Sliding Head Setter Operator

James Kirby Associates Ltd; Fazeley; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing precision engineering company is seeking a CNC Sliding Head Setter Operator in Fazeley, UK. The role involves operating and setting CNC Sliding head machines, ensuring precision through programming adjustments, and performing quality checks against engineering drawings. Candidates should have strong machining knowledge, particularly in turning processes, and be confident with FANUC controls. The position offers a salary range of £33,000-£38,000 per annum, with additional overtime and benefits, including training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Overtime paid @ x1.5

33 days holiday

Training and development opportunities

Rotation shift

Further Benefits and perks

Qualifications

• Skilled in CNC setting and operating, with the ability to inspect and verify parts accurately.
• Strong machining knowledge — particularly in turning processes.
• Confident working with FANUC controls.

Responsibilities

• Operating CNC Sliding head machines.
• Setting CNC Sliding head machines.
• Load and refine existing programmes, adjusting offsets and tooling to maintain accuracy.

Skills

CNC setting and operating

Inspection and verification of parts

Strong machining knowledge (turning processes)

FANUC controls

Precision measuring instruments

Interpreting technical drawings

Job description

CNC Sliding Head Setter Operator

A fast-growing precision engineering company producing specialist components for a niche engineering sector. Operating out of a modern, state-of-the-art facility which is equipped with the latest CNC technology, enabling the creation highly accurate, bespoke solutions.

CNC Sliding Head Setter Operator Responsibilities

• Operating CNC Sliding head machines


• Setting CNC Sliding head machines


• Load and refine existing programmes, adjusting offsets and tooling to maintain accuracy


• Complete initial setups and produce first-off samples to approved quality requirements


• Inspect components against engineering drawings, documenting results clearly


• Work efficiently to achieve planned production outputs and meet schedule commitments


• Conduct routine machine care and preventative maintenance checks


• Liaise with colleagues across the workshop to support smooth workflow


• Take on additional duties as needed, including occasional work in other production areas

CNC Sliding Head Setter Operator

• Skilled in CNC setting and operating, with the ability to inspect and verify parts accurately (Setting training can be given)


• Strong machining knowledge — particularly in turning processes


• Confident working with FANUC controls


• A proactive, adaptable and “can-do” attitude


• Clear communicator with the ability to work well in a team environment


• Competent in using a broad range of precision measuring instruments


• Able to interpret technical drawings and troubleshoot machining issues

Salary and Benefits

• £33,000-£38,000 per annum


• Overtime paid @ x1.5


• Training and development opportunities


• Rotation shift


• 33 days holiday


• Further Benefits and perks