Lead Sliding Head CNC Programmer

Aspion; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

20 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Overtime paid

Job summary

Aspion in Dudley is seeking a Lead Sliding Head CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator to join their precision manufacturing team. You will lead setting and operation of Star and Citizen sliding head CNC lathes, loading programs, tooling and materials for optimal production.

Reading drawings and performing first-off checks are essential to ensure accuracy. Applicants should have experience with Star/Citizen machines, Fanuc controls, and GD&T, plus a strong eye for detail and a commitment to quality.

Qualifications

• Experience setting/operating Star and Citizen Sliding Head CNC lathes.
• Ability to read engineering drawings & GD&T.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment for in-process checks.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate Star and Citizen sliding head CNC lathes.
• Load programs, tooling and materials for efficient production.
• Carry out first-offs and in-process inspections with micrometers, verniers, gauges.
• Make offsets and adjust programs to maintain tolerance.
• Monitor performance and troubleshoot to minimise downtime.
• Maintain tooling and machine maintenance as required.
• Record data accurately and uphold a clean, safe work environment.
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams to improve quality and efficiency.

Skills

Setting & operating sliding head CNC l

Reading GD&T drawings

Measuring equipment use

Tooling selection & life mgmt

Offet adjustments for accuracy

Health & safety awareness

Fanuc controls knowledge

Education

Apprenticeship or mechanical eng qualification

Tools

Fanuc controls

Job description

Lead Sliding Head CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator Star & Citizen Machines

Location: Dudley

Salary: £45,000-£51,000 per annum depending on experience

Reference: ASPLIV

Industry: Fasteners

Our client, a well-established precision engineering business based in Dudley, is looking to recruit an experienced Lead Sliding Head CNC Setter/Operator to join their growing manufacturing team.

Responsibilities

• Setting and operating Star and Citizen Sliding Head CNC machines.
• Loading programs, tooling, and materials to ensure efficient production runs.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications, and work instructions.
• Carrying out first-off inspections and in-process quality checks using measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, gauges, and shadowgraphs.
• Making offsets and minor program adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy and process capability.
• Monitoring machine performance and troubleshooting production issues to minimise downtime.
• Changing tooling and carrying out routine machine maintenance where required.
• Manufacturing components to tight tolerances and exact customer specifications.
• Recording production data, inspection results, and machine performance information accurately.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Working closely with programmers, engineers, quality personnel, and production supervisors to improve quality and efficiency.

Requirements

• Previous experience setting and operating Star and/or Citizen Sliding Head CNC lathes.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining principles and precision engineering practices.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment and carrying out quality inspections.
• Knowledge of tooling selection, tool life management, and machine optimisation techniques.
• Ability to identify and resolve machining and quality issues independently.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality components.
• Experience with Fanuc controls and programme edits would be advantageous.

Desirable Experience:

• Apprenticeship or formal qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience working within aerospace, medical, automotive, oil & gas, or other precision engineering sectors.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

Package Details:

• £45,000-£51,000 per annum
• 07:00-16:00 Monday to Thursday / 07:00-15:00 Friday
• Overtime x1.25 Weekdays / x2 Saturdays
• 20 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Company pension

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