Senior CNC Sliding Head Programmer - High-Precision Turning

Questech Recruitment Ltd; Goldthorpe; On-site; GBP 51,577,344 - 54,442,752; Full time

Job summary

Questech Recruitment Ltd invites applications for a CNC Sliding Head Programmer role near Rotherham/Barnsley. The position involves programming, setting and operating CNC Sliding Head machines to produce complex precision components in medium to high volume batches. Candidates should have extensive experience and excellent communication skills.

Hours are rotating across days and early/late shifts. A competitive hourly rate (£18–£19) with overtime and a probation‑influenced bonus applies,

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in a high precision manufacturing background.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• CNC turning of complex precision engineered components.
• Set up and program CNC Sliding Head Machines for medium to high volume batch work.
• Interpret drawings and routings to program a wide range of turning/milling operations.
• Utilise best practice for work holding, tight tolerance machining and tooling.
• Work with various materials and verify quality with inspection equipment.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Meet tight timelines and multi-task in a busy manufacturing setting.

Skills

10+ years experience

Excellent communication

Job description

Questech Recruitment Ltd invites applications for a CNC Sliding Head Programmer role near Rotherham/Barnsley. The position involves programming, setting and operating CNC Sliding Head machines to produce complex precision components in medium to high volume batches. Candidates should have extensive experience and excellent communication skills.

Hours are rotating across days and early/late shifts. A competitive hourly rate (£18–£19) with overtime and a probation‑influenced bonus applies,