CNC Setter Operator Sliding Head

About the Role

Hours of Work: Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Overview:

NexGen Consultancy Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a well established precision engineering manufacturer for a CNC Setter Operator to join their sliding head machining department. This is a hands on role suited to an experienced CNC setter operator with a background in sliding head or Swiss type CNC machines, producing high precision components.

The role offers stable day shift hours and the opportunity to work within a well organised and supportive CNC environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set and operate sliding head CNC machines
• Make tooling and offset adjustments to maintain component quality
• Produce components to engineering drawings and tight tolerances
• Carry out first off inspections and in process quality checks
• Monitor machine performance and address minor issues
• Work to production schedules and output targets
• Maintain a clean and safe working area
• Support continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives
• Work closely with supervisors and production team

Skills and Experience Required:

• Proven experience as a CNC Setter Operator
• Experience with sliding head CNC machines
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
• Experience working to tight tolerances in a precision engineering environment
• Good understanding of tooling offsets and cutting parameters
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Reliable and team focused approach

Desirable Experience:

• Swiss type sliding head CNC machines
• Multi axis CNC machining experience
• Experience working in a high volume precision environment

Why Apply:

• Day shift role
• Monday to Friday no shifts
• Stable long term position
• Modern CNC environment
• Supportive team and management
• Plenty of overtime
• Ability to develop into a programmer