CNC Sliding Head Setter / Programmer (Citizen or Star)
Location : Watford
Salary : £40,000 £50,000 per annum (DOE) + Overtime + Bonus!
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours : Monday to Thursday 08:0017:00, Friday 08:0013:00
Whats on Offer?
Competitive salary: £40,000 £50,000 DOE
Overtime available (paid at time and a half)
Annual performance-related bonus
Company pension
Free on-site parking
Early finish every Friday
Stable, long-term permanent employment
Opportunities for development within a growing business
About the Company
Join a well-established and respected high-precision component manufacturer, supplying top-tier parts for the aerospace industry. With a focus on quality, innovation and small to medium batch production, they pride themselves on their craftsmanship, advanced machinery, and supportive team culture.
The role
Set and program Citizen or Star sliding head lathes for precision batch production.
Read, interpret and work to complex engineering drawings and specifications.
Perform first-off inspections and quality checks to ensure component accuracy.
Work on prototype and repeat batch work in line with production schedules.
Collaborate with the production team to troubleshoot, optimise and maintain machine performance.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment and follow health & safety guidelines.
What youll need
Proven experience in setting and programming CNC sliding head lathes (Citizen or Star).
Ability to work to tight tolerances with various metals, including exotic alloys.
Capable of reading and interpreting detailed engineering drawings.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
Ideally, you will have completed an engineering apprenticeship; however, relevant experience will be considered equally valuable.
Apply now to join a progressive team within high precision manufacturing. Interviews are taking place soon.
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