CNC Sliding Head Programmer / Setter / Operator
📍 Location: Poole
⏰ Hours: 07:00 - 16:00 Monday to Thursday (30-minute lunch break) and 07:00 - 12:00 Friday, totalling 39 hours per week.
💰 Salary: Competitive (DOE)
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced CNC Sliding Head Programmer / Setter / Operator to join our busy and growing machine shop team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist with experience programming, setting, and operating sliding head machines to manufacture high-quality, precision-engineered components.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring parts are produced efficiently, accurately, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Programming
- Program CNC sliding head lathes using G-code and/or CAM software.
- Develop and optimise programs to improve cycle times, tooling performance, and productivity.
- Modify and improve existing programs where required.
- Troubleshoot programming and machining issues.
Setting & Operating
- Set and prove out CNC sliding head machines.
- Prepare and install tooling, guide bushes, and workholding equipment.
- Operate machinery to manufacture components to engineering drawings and specifications.
- Monitor machine performance and make offset adjustments as necessary.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the machine shop.
Quality & Inspection
- Carry out first-off and in-process inspection of components.
- Use precision measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, gauges, and other inspection tools.
- Ensure all components meet customer specifications, quality standards, and tolerance requirements.
- Complete relevant production and quality documentation.
Health, Safety & Housekeeping
- Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
- Report equipment issues, quality concerns, or safety risks promptly.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Proven experience programming, setting, and operating CNC Sliding Head machines.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Strong understanding of machining principles and cutting tools.
- Experience working to tight tolerances.
- Competent using inspection and measuring equipment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Desirable
- Experience with Citizen and/or Tornos sliding head machines.
- Knowledge of offline CAM software.
- Experience within a high-precision manufacturing environment.
What's on Offer?
✅ Early finish every Friday
✅ Stable, full-time permanent position
✅ Modern manufacturing environment
✅ Opportunities for training and development
✅ Competitive salary and benefits package
If you're an experienced CNC Sliding Head Programmer looking for a new challenge within a precision engineering environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more.
