CNC Turner – Setter, Operator, Programmer (Sliding Head)

JRS Associates have partnered up with an exciting precision-engineering company in Welwyn Garden City to recruit a CNC Turner – Setter, Operator, Programmer (Sliding Head), preferably with Star Sliding Head experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing manufacturer producing high-precision components to tight tolerances.

The Successful CNC Turner – Setter, Operator, Programmer (Sliding Head) – Requirements:

• £45,000– £54,000 per annum
• Shift: Monday – Wednesday: 1:30pm – 12:00am & Thursday: 1:30pm – 11:00pm
• Permanent, long-term roles
• Free on-site parking
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Workplace pension
• Clean and modern machine shop
• Supportive team with opportunities to develop

The Successful CNC Turner – Setter, Operator, Programmer (Sliding Head) – Requirements:

• Experienced Sliding Head Programmer/Setter with strong background in precision engineering
• Preferably experienced with Star Sliding Head machines, but other brands (Citizen, Tornos, Tsugami) also considered
• Confident programming from scratch, setting, tooling, and running small-to-medium batch work
• Skilled with sliding head tooling, guide bush setups, sub-spindle operations, and tight tolerance work
• Able to read and interpret technical engineering drawings
• Strong understanding of quality checks using Verniers, Micrometers, Comparators, Pin Gauges, Height Gauges
• Ability to troubleshoot, improve cycle times, and maintain machine performance
• Reliable, methodical approach with excellent attention to detail
• Able to work independently and support operators where required

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