CNC Sliding Head Setter
CV-LibraryRedditch, WorcestershirepermanentPosted: 9 September 2026
Apply NowA reputable and long‑established machining company in Redditch is seeking an experienced CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator to join their team. This permanent role offers competitive pay and overtime opportunities.
The successful candidate for the role of CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator will be responsible for setting and operating CNC sliding head machines, with a key requirement for twin‑turret, twin‑spindle experience. Programming experience is ideal but not essential — however, strong sliding‑head setting/operating experience is required.
Duties and responsibilities of CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator:
* Set and operate CNC sliding head machines
* Work confidently with twin‑turret, twin‑spindle configurations – essential
* Carry out basic programming where required (full programming advantageous but not essential)
* Focus on production of high-quality components
* Maintain tooling, offsets, and machine condition throughout the shift
* Occasional simple repeat change overs
* Using measuring gauges
* To produce components within the agreed standard time
* Ability to read and interpret drawings
* Working to tight tolerances and in process measurements
* High precision tolerance works as well as volume
* Quality control, working to customer specification
Skills/attributes required by successful candidate for the role of CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator:
* Previous experience setting and operating CNC sliding head machines
* Twin‑turret, twin‑spindle experience – essential
* Attention to detail
* Effective communication skills and a team focused approach
* Team player, with pride in one’s work and a desire for success
* Be adaptable and willing to go the extra mile to meet tight deadlines
Location: Redditch, Worcestershire
Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday 07:00 – 16:00 Friday 07:00 – 12:00
Pay: Up to £16.50 per hour, dependent upon experience
Benefits: Workplace pension scheme, Onsite parking
Contract: Permanent
If you have the skills to fulfil the role of CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator, please APPLY TODAY
The successful candidate for the role of CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator will be responsible for setting and operating CNC sliding head machines, with a key requirement for twin‑turret, twin‑spindle experience. Programming experience is ideal but not essential — however, strong sliding‑head setting/operating experience is required.
Duties and responsibilities of CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator:
* Set and operate CNC sliding head machines
* Work confidently with twin‑turret, twin‑spindle configurations – essential
* Carry out basic programming where required (full programming advantageous but not essential)
* Focus on production of high-quality components
* Maintain tooling, offsets, and machine condition throughout the shift
* Occasional simple repeat change overs
* Using measuring gauges
* To produce components within the agreed standard time
* Ability to read and interpret drawings
* Working to tight tolerances and in process measurements
* High precision tolerance works as well as volume
* Quality control, working to customer specification
Skills/attributes required by successful candidate for the role of CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator:
* Previous experience setting and operating CNC sliding head machines
* Twin‑turret, twin‑spindle experience – essential
* Attention to detail
* Effective communication skills and a team focused approach
* Team player, with pride in one’s work and a desire for success
* Be adaptable and willing to go the extra mile to meet tight deadlines
Location: Redditch, Worcestershire
Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday 07:00 – 16:00 Friday 07:00 – 12:00
Pay: Up to £16.50 per hour, dependent upon experience
Benefits: Workplace pension scheme, Onsite parking
Contract: Permanent
If you have the skills to fulfil the role of CNC Sliding Head Setter/Operator, please APPLY TODAY