Skilled sliding head cnc machinist

Skilled Sliding Head CNC Machinist Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire (Onsite) Competitive Salary + Shift Allowance + Excellent Benefits Aerospace / Precision Engineering Permanent The Opportunity We are currently supporting a leading aerospace manufacturing organisation in Tewkesbury in the search for an experienced Skilled Sliding Head CNC Machinist to join their high-performing precision engineering team. This is an outstanding opportunity to work within a globally recognised aerospace business producing complex precision components to extremely tight tolerances. The company offers a strong engineering culture, long-term stability, excellent benefits, and genuine career progression opportunities. Key Responsibilities * Set and operate Star Sliding Head CNC lathes * Manufacture precision aerospace components to tight tolerances and exacting quality standards * Conduct in-process inspection and self-certification using manual and automated metrology equipment * Interpret engineering drawings, inspection plans, and technical documentation * Support continuous improvement and problem-solving activities across manufacturing operations * Apply lean manufacturing principles including 5S and standardised working practices * Carry out basic preventative maintenance and machine care activities About You To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: * Proven experience setting and operating sliding head lathes (Star machine...