CNC Setter Operator Sliding Head
Date of publication: 28 January 2026
update date: 24 February 2026
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