Lead Sliding Head CNC Programmer & Setter/Operator

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

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.