CNC Sliding Head Programmer

Overview

In this role you will program, set up, and operate CNC sliding head lathes to manufacture precision components. You will work within a busy machine shop, driving efficient production, quality, and continuous improvement. You’ll collaborate with the team to optimise cycle times and tooling performance while ensuring parts meet tight specifications. The opportunity offers a modern environment, training, and development in a stable, full-time position. This role is a fit for someone who thrives on hands-on problem-solving and high-precision manufacturing, in a company focused on quality and continuous improvement.

Pay / Benefits

• Early finish every Friday
• Stable, full-time permanent position
• Modern manufacturing environment
• Opportunities for training and development
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Responsibilities

• Program CNC sliding head lathes using G-code and/or CAM software; develop and optimise programs for cycle time and tooling efficiency; modify existing programs as needed
• Set and prove out CNC sliding head machines; prepare/install tooling, guide bushes, and workholding; operate to drawings and specs; monitor performance and apply offsets; support continuous improvement in the shop
• Carry out first-off and in-process inspection using micrometers, verniers, gauges, and other tools; ensure parts meet customer specs, quality standards, and tolerances; complete production and quality docs
• Adhere to health, safety, and housekeeping policies; maintain a clean, organized, safe workspace; report equipment, quality, or safety issues promptly

Key requirements

• 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 with 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 in a high-precision manufacturing environment

• Strong problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Quality focus
• G-code
• CAM software
• Reading engineering drawings

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